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How Can Employers Close the Pregnancy Compliance Gap?

Ling-yi Tsai, our HRTech expert, brings decades of experience assisting organizations in driving change through technology. She specializes in HR analytics tools and the integration of technology across recruitment, onboarding, and talent management processes. In this discussion, we explore the

EEOC Sues Butterball for Firing Employee With Breast Cancer

Why Did a Jury Award $5 Million in the Cemex Harassment Case?

The roar of diesel engines and the clatter of industrial machinery often mask the quieter, more insidious sounds of workplace abuse until the silence is broken by a federal jury’s thunderous verdict. While heavy machinery and industrial logistics are inherently

EEOC Sues Kroger for Rescinding Disability Accommodations

Is Removing a Casual Worker From a Site Unfair Dismissal?

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How Did Chipotle Settle Seattle’s Labor Law Dispute?

Chipotle Mexican Grill has settled with the Seattle Office of Labor Standards (OLS) in a significant case focused on employee rights and labor laws. The popular fast-casual chain was accused of not complying with the city’s labor regulations, which demand

Is Non-Feminist Belief Protected in Discrimination Law?

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EEOC Urges Court to Pursue Workday in AI Bias Suit

The controversy surrounding Workday, an HR software company, has escalated as the EEOC argues to advance a lawsuit. They claim Workday’s AI-driven job applicant filtering tool might unintentionally enable discrimination, potentially breaching Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has leveled serious accusations against staffing firm BaronHR. According to the EEOC’s official complaint, the company has allegedly adopted discriminatory hiring tactics. These practices purportedly give preferential treatment to Hispanic applicants over those

Is Dismissal Justified When Safety Rules Are Breached?

Safety in the workplace is paramount. When an employee breaches a vital safety rule, it not only puts their own life at risk but also endangers their colleagues and the integrity of the company. A last-chance agreement is often a

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How Did Chipotle Settle Seattle’s Labor Law Dispute?

Chipotle Mexican Grill has settled with the Seattle Office of Labor Standards (OLS) in a significant case focused on employee rights and labor laws. The popular fast-casual chain was accused of not complying with the city’s labor regulations, which demand

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EEOC Urges Court to Pursue Workday in AI Bias Suit

The controversy surrounding Workday, an HR software company, has escalated as the EEOC argues to advance a lawsuit. They claim Workday’s AI-driven job applicant filtering tool might unintentionally enable discrimination, potentially breaching Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which

Drexel Exec Sues University for ADA Accommodation Breach

A high-ranking official at Drexel University has taken legal action against the school, alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This executive, who plays a pivotal role in managing regulatory compliance and safeguarding privacy, claims that Drexel University

BaronHR Settles for $2.2M in EEOC Discrimination Case

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has leveled serious accusations against staffing firm BaronHR. According to the EEOC’s official complaint, the company has allegedly adopted discriminatory hiring tactics. These practices purportedly give preferential treatment to Hispanic applicants over those

Is Dismissal Justified When Safety Rules Are Breached?

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