When the EEOC Gets Sued: A Lesson in Workplace Fairness
It’s not often the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) finds itself on the other side of a discrimination law …
EEOC Shifts Focus Away from Disparate Impact Discrimination Cases
Understanding the EEOC’s New Direction In a surprising move, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) may be s …
Religious Accommodation in the Workplace: A $61,000 Employer Lesson
Employers are required under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act to provide reasonable accommodations for employees’ since …
Remote Work, ADA Compliance, and a Costly Mistake Employers Can Avoid
When it comes to disability accommodations, employers must tread carefully. A recent case involving a medical facility h …
Harassment Doesn’t Just Come from Coworkers
When most employers think about workplace harassment, they immediately picture conflicts between employees. But harassme …
When Workplace Safety Failures Turn Criminal
Employers often think of labor and employment law as a matter of civil penalties, lawsuits, and regulatory fines. But in …
Why “No Leave” Policies Can Land Employers in Court
Understanding the ADA’s Leave Requirements The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide reaso …
Religious Accommodation at Work: A Lesson for Employers
Employers are required under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to reasonably accommodate sincerely held religiou …
Managing Employee Personal Social Media Posts
Managing Employee Personal Social Media Posts: Balancing Employer Interests and Employee Rights Social media is a powerf …