The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule July 27 requiring federal contractors that use persuaders—consultants or attorneys who inform employees about all the possible effects of unionization as part... Read more »
More data is coming out to paint a picture of anticipated pay increases in 2024. New research from Seattle-based compensation software firm Payscale finds that U.S. employers are budgeting for 3.8 percent... Read more »
A large multinational foodservice company is facing a federal lawsuit after firing a California recruiter who refused to administer the company’s diversity program for religious reasons. On July 24, Courtney Rogers sued... Read more »
Members may download one copy of our sample forms and templates for your personal use within your organization. Please note that all such forms and policies should be reviewed by your legal... Read more »
Job openings fell by only 34,000 in June to 9.58 million, according to the monthly JOLTS report released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The largest drops were in health care and state and... Read more »
Back-to-school season is a hectic time when parents are focused on ensuring their children have everything they need to succeed in the academic year ahead. Employers of all sizes should be aware... Read more »
Takeaway: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) discrimination and retaliation claims following an employee’s termination are often complex and highly dependent on the specific facts of... Read more »
Takeaway: This decision calls into question prior federal case law holding that a specific safety standard of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not necessarily pre-empt the clause of the... Read more »
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is set to propose new standards to ensure that websites and mobile applications run by state and local governments are accessible to people with disabilities. The proposed... Read more »
Amazon has rolled out a slew of new benefits for its employees, including an emergency savings fund, a mental health app and financial counseling, as wellness challenges mount for workers. The new... Read more »
