I am sure that a lot employers lost productive work time yesterday with the Comey hearing. I must admit that I did not watch the Comey testimony yesterday. I actually had a busy day and was afraid of getting sucked down
Employment Discrimination Report
Discussions on Recent Legislation, Noteworthy Cases & Trends in Enforcement
The Employment Discrimination Report, published by Fox Rothschild LLP, focuses on legal developments and compliance issues related to employment discrimination. It covers topics such as workplace policies on language use, vaccination status discrimination, sexual harassment laws, wage transparency requirements, and federal and state regulatory updates affecting employers. The blog provides guidance on navigating complex labor and employment laws, including Title VII implications, state-specific statutes, and federal mandates. It also addresses employer responsibilities, employee protections, and practical considerations for policy implementation and enforcement in various jurisdictions.
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Third Party Contractor Liability under the New York State Human Rights Laws
Catherine Savio writes:
Copyright: bbourdages / 123RF Stock PhotoOn May 31, 2017, the Second Circuit seemingly broadened the scope of liability under a New York state anti-discrimination law by holding that non-employer third parties…
“You’re Fired” is not a Good Response to a Report of Harassment
This is not a post about any of the activities of the Trump Administration even though the headline uses his catch phrase. We are taking a break from our multi-part series of commenting on the investigation of Trump’s ties to…
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough: West Virginia Passes Medical Marijuana Law
On April 19, 2017, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice signed a bill legalizing the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. With the passage of Senate Bill 386, West Virginia becomes the 29th state to adopt a medical marijuana law.…
Avoiding the Mistakes of the Investigation into Trump’s Russia Ties
Last week, we commented on the fact that Representative Nunes had recused himself from the investigation into President Trump’s Russia ties after appearing less than impartial in the investigation. Some employers may view the actions of Nunes in briefing the…
The Investigation into Trump’s Russia Ties or How Not to Act as an Investigator
Yesterday, we posted about Representative Nunes stepping down from the investigation into Russian interference with the election. As we noted, as a direct result of his actions in briefing the White House on certain evidence that was found, he appeared…
The Investigation into Trump’s Russia Ties or How Not to Select an Investigator
About a month ago, we posted that employers could take some lessons from the investigation into President Trump’s claims that he was illegally wiretapped by the Obama Administration. This investigation still proves to be a cautionary tale for employers.
One…
7th Circuit Holds Title VII Protects Sexual Orientation; What Does It Mean for Your Workplace?
Recently, the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit issued an opinion with significant employment law implications. As you might recall, a panel of the Seventh Circuit issued a split 2-1 decision a few months ago, holding that…
