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Learn MoreWhen an employee ties misconduct to a disability, HR has to weigh ADA compliance against policy enforcement. One misstep can trigger a lawsuit. A recent Fourth Circuit ruling clarifies that the ADA does not shield dishonesty or policy violations, even…
AI is changing hiring fast. Workday’s AI hiring discrimination lawsuit sends a clear warning: failing to spot potential algorithmic bias can land employers in serious legal trouble. The Mobley v. Workday case highlights why HR leaders can’t afford to overlook…
What does a textbook case of unlawful retaliation look like? If the allegations in this case are true – as a jury believed to the tune of more than $3 million – then a recent lawsuit out of Tennessee is…
The rollercoaster ride continues as federal regulators reevaluate the current overtime rule and what it means to meet the salary level test. In 2024, the Biden administration's Dept. of Labor (DOL) finalized a rule that aimed to dramatically increase the…
A Coast Guard reservist who is also a federal employee was entitled to differential pay while on active duty, the Supreme Court has ruled. In a 5-4 decision, the nation’s highest court rejected the Justice Department’s argument that a federal…
It’s not often that dress codes and ADA accommodation claims cross paths – but if an employee asks to be excused from complying with a generally applicable dress code requirement as a disability-related job accommodation, employers need to know the…
In April 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released an updated version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Shortly thereafter, E-Verify and E-Verify+, which also fall under the purview of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), underwent minor changes…
Employees will be able to contribute a bit more money to their health savings accounts (HSAs) in 2026, the IRS announced. Each year, the Service makes inflation-based adjustments to HSA contribution limits. HSA Contribution Limits Announced Here are the HSA…
What's the one thing companies need to have before they decide to part ways with an errant employee? If you’ve been in HR for more than a minute, you know the answer: Airtight documentation. There’s just no overstating the importance…
Commission-based compensation is a powerful driver of performance, but when not carefully managed, it can expose organizations to significant legal and financial risk. Case in point: A lawsuit involving commission wages at tech company Oracle has been tentatively settled, with…
Age discrimination isn't always obvious; it can sometimes be subtle, such as when employees face pressure to retire earlier than planned. Even well-intentioned decisions can essentially result in forced retirement, leaving employers vulnerable to costly lawsuits and fines. This EEOC…
Employers should be aware the federal law that protects veterans and service members has been amended by a new law, making the stakes higher. The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act was enacted early in…
A decision from a federal court in Pennsylvania demonstrates the importance of clarity in FMLA certifications provided by employees. The employer in this case was able to defeat a claim that it illegally retaliated against an employee because he took…
When employers mishandle pregnancy leave, the risks go beyond inconvenience – they can lead to legal trouble and financial penalties. A Maryland plant nursery just found that out, agreeing to pay $40,000 to settle an EEOC lawsuit over pregnancy discrimination.…
After more than a year, the IRS has made changes to Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Information, and Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation. While changes used to occur annually, now the forms are “continuous use,” meaning the IRS revises them only when needed.…
The cost of violating ADA rules about medical inquiries and exams can get potentially steep. It may include back pay – even if the employee never claimed to have a disability. That may seem counterintuitive, to say the least –…
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