Human resources professionals often encounter bizarre and unexpected situations, especially around the holidays. However, few can top the case where an employee’s choice of attire—or lack thereof—led to a significant legal battle over retaliatory discharge. This recent federal court decision serves as a humorous yet critical reminder of the importance of…
On Christmas Eve day, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced it had filed a significant lawsuit alleging discrimination based on disability and sex during the hiring process. The case centers around an individual who suffers from endometriosis, a condition that causes severe menstrual cramps, nausea, and headaches, potentially…
‘Twas two nights before Christmas, in the Second Circuit’s hall, A case was decided, with judges standing tall. A plaintiff determined, with claims in her hand, Against her former employer, she took a firm stand. Her journey began with a trial so grand, Where a jury awarded her a hefty…
In October, I blogged about the Supreme Court’s decision to weigh in on whether a heightened standard should apply when heterosexual workers, white men, or any employees in a majority group claim discrimination at work. The case has garnered significant attention due to its potential impact on workplace discrimination laws.…
Yesterday, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced the release of a new fact sheet titled “Wearables in the Workplace: The Use of Wearables and Other Monitoring Technology Under Federal Employment Discrimination Laws.” This document is crucial for human resources professionals as it provides guidance on using wearable technologies in…
Yesterday, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released new information to assist healthcare providers in helping their patients secure pregnancy and childbirth-related accommodations in the workplace under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Although healthcare providers are the intended audience, human resources professionals are pivotal in ensuring compliance…
The facts from a recent Sixth Circuit decision are WILD! A finance manager at a luxury car dealership requested FMLA leave to care for her terminally ill sister, who was battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The employer denied her request, asserting that the FMLA did not cover leave to care for an…
Back by popular demand. I see that Friday’s post threw some of you for a loop. Perhaps you were always told (or just assumed) that if your business has employees working from home in another state, then that state’s law would apply to some or all claims they may have…
In the evolving landscape of remote work, many employees believe they are shielded by the laws of the state they reside in. However, a recent decision from the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey — of all places !!! — reveals a harsh reality: working remotely…
In a move that will swing the pendulum from union-to-business friendly faster than some expected, the Senate yesterday narrowly voted against advancing President Joe Biden’s nominee, Lauren McFerran, the current Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), for another term. The vote was 49-50, with independent Senators Joe Manchin…