The federal agency overseeing affirmative action and federal contract compliance is about to adjust the way it audits federal contractors and conciliates disputes over alleged discriminatory practices – and it might mean a...more
Employers that face lawsuits from employees often seek to move such claims from the courthouse to arbitration. But what happens if the trial court refuses to compel arbitration and the employer appeals the decision? Should...more
A federal court in Pennsylvania recently ruled a discharged nurse’s disability discrimination claim can proceed to trial based on her request for an accommodation during her interview and alleged comments by her supervisor...more
After the COVID-19 pandemic required many employers to implement remote work arrangements (both to continue their operations and to comply with new state and federal regulations), many employers – and employment lawyers –...more
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