Lizzo No Longer Facing Harassment Lawsuit From Former tour Employee
Lizzo has won a legal ruling that removes her as an individual defendant in a workplace harassment lawsuit.
Biglaw Associate Fired For Denouncing Gaza Bombing Loses Key Part Of Lawsuit
The revocation of Jinan Chehade's job offer by Foley & Lardner raises important free speech issues in employment contexts.
Law firms have varied policies and responses to statements made by employees regarding geopolitical issues.
Canada Post says it has been temporarily laying off striking workers | CBC News
Canada Post is accused of laying off striking workers, which violates the Canada Labour Code.
California's Computer Professional Exemption Minimum Compensation to Increase by 2.5% Next Year
California's minimum pay rates for exempt computer software professionals will increase starting January 1, 2025, affecting their overtime exemption status.
California Court of Appeals Upholds Adverse Employment Action Where Employee Unable to Perform Essential Job Functions
Employers may take adverse employment action if an employee's disability limits their ability to perform essential job functions.
Employers are scrutinizing WFH accommodation requests - here's how to make yours stronger
Employers are increasingly scrutinizing accommodation requests amid RTO mandates, causing stress for disabled employees and sometimes leading to resignations.
4 steps workers should take when their companies announce 5-day RTO, according to an employment lawyer
Return-to-office policies may lead to employee backlash, according to employment lawyer Craig Levey.
Staff contacted about work out of hours could get thousands in compensation
Labour's plans may allow employees to receive substantial compensation for out-of-hours work communications violations.
These are the most common mistakes companies make that land their workers fat settlements, according to employment lawyers
Employers risk costly litigation by mishandling employee complaints, particularly those involving discrimination or harassment.
Don't sign your severance agreement until you negotiate these 3 points
Severance agreements can provide crucial support after job loss, but employees should not rush to sign without understanding their options.
California Court of Appeals Upholds Adverse Employment Action Where Employee Unable to Perform Essential Job Functions
Employers may take adverse employment action if an employee's disability limits their ability to perform essential job functions.
Employers are scrutinizing WFH accommodation requests - here's how to make yours stronger
Employers are increasingly scrutinizing accommodation requests amid RTO mandates, causing stress for disabled employees and sometimes leading to resignations.
4 steps workers should take when their companies announce 5-day RTO, according to an employment lawyer
Return-to-office policies may lead to employee backlash, according to employment lawyer Craig Levey.
Staff contacted about work out of hours could get thousands in compensation
Labour's plans may allow employees to receive substantial compensation for out-of-hours work communications violations.
These are the most common mistakes companies make that land their workers fat settlements, according to employment lawyers
Employers risk costly litigation by mishandling employee complaints, particularly those involving discrimination or harassment.
Don't sign your severance agreement until you negotiate these 3 points
Severance agreements can provide crucial support after job loss, but employees should not rush to sign without understanding their options.
Federal judge derails FTC's sweeping ban on non-compete agreements
A federal judge blocked an FTC rule on noncompete agreements, citing the agency exceeded its authority and would cause irreparable harm.
Silver Taube: San Jose janitor sues Molecular Devices and subcontractors - San Jose Spotlight
Project 2025 threatens worker protections through exploitative subcontracting practices in the janitorial industry, highlighted by legal action against Molecular Devices and its contractors.
NLRB GC Memo Calls For Aggressive Retroactive Make-Whole Remedies Against Employers
Non-compete agreements violate worker rights under NLRA, according to NLRB's new directives.
General Counsel advocates for broad remedies for employees affected by non-compete agreements.
Australia is the latest country to give workers the 'right to disconnect' after hours
Australia has enacted a 'right to disconnect' law protecting employees from after-hours work communication.
Federal judge derails FTC's sweeping ban on non-compete agreements
A federal judge blocked an FTC rule on noncompete agreements, citing the agency exceeded its authority and would cause irreparable harm.
Silver Taube: San Jose janitor sues Molecular Devices and subcontractors - San Jose Spotlight
Project 2025 threatens worker protections through exploitative subcontracting practices in the janitorial industry, highlighted by legal action against Molecular Devices and its contractors.
NLRB GC Memo Calls For Aggressive Retroactive Make-Whole Remedies Against Employers
Non-compete agreements violate worker rights under NLRA, according to NLRB's new directives.
General Counsel advocates for broad remedies for employees affected by non-compete agreements.
Australia is the latest country to give workers the 'right to disconnect' after hours
Australia has enacted a 'right to disconnect' law protecting employees from after-hours work communication.
U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more
Britain's Labour government has proposed significant new rights for workers, marking a substantial overhaul in employment protections set to be implemented in 2026.
Government to outline major overhaul of workers' rights
Planned overhaul of workers' rights includes unpaid parental leave and protections from unfair dismissal from the first day of employment.
Unions and Labour still wrangling over workers' rights
Labour plans to repeal anti-worker laws quickly, but faces challenges in detail and implementation.
UK Bolt drivers win legal claim to be classed as workers | Computer Weekly
UK Employment Tribunal classifies Bolt drivers as workers, granting them rights to minimum wage, holiday pay, and workplace protections.
Employment Rights Bill triggers employer confusion, ahead of Autumn Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The new employment law Bill aims to significantly enhance workers' rights but raises concerns among businesses about financial pressures and compliance.
Employment Rights Bill triggers employer confusion, ahead of Autumn Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The Government's new employment law aims to significantly enhance workers' rights, potentially reshaping hiring practices and corporate responses across the UK.
U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more
Britain's Labour government has proposed significant new rights for workers, marking a substantial overhaul in employment protections set to be implemented in 2026.
Government to outline major overhaul of workers' rights
Planned overhaul of workers' rights includes unpaid parental leave and protections from unfair dismissal from the first day of employment.
Unions and Labour still wrangling over workers' rights
Labour plans to repeal anti-worker laws quickly, but faces challenges in detail and implementation.
UK Bolt drivers win legal claim to be classed as workers | Computer Weekly
UK Employment Tribunal classifies Bolt drivers as workers, granting them rights to minimum wage, holiday pay, and workplace protections.
Employment Rights Bill triggers employer confusion, ahead of Autumn Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The new employment law Bill aims to significantly enhance workers' rights but raises concerns among businesses about financial pressures and compliance.
Employment Rights Bill triggers employer confusion, ahead of Autumn Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The Government's new employment law aims to significantly enhance workers' rights, potentially reshaping hiring practices and corporate responses across the UK.
AI tools can be used to filter candidates in unlawful ways
AI recruitment technologies can unintentionally filter candidates based on race, gender, and other protected characteristics, posing risks to jobseekers.
Man City ordered to pay Benjamin Mendy up to 11m in tribunal after sex charges
The Independent provides critical reporting on key issues while maintaining commitment to accessible journalism free of paywalls.
Benjamin Mendy won a significant employment tribunal case against Manchester City regarding unpaid wages related to legal issues.
Lawsuit claims Culver's fast-food chain retaliated against trans manager and workers who reported transphobia
The federal government is suing Culver's for allegedly firing employees in retaliation for complaints about a hostile work environment towards transgender individuals.
Woman who did not get leaving card loses UK employment claim
The woman's claim against her former employer was dismissed as the leaving card's low signature count did not constitute a breach of equality law.
Lawsuit claims Culver's fast-food chain retaliated against trans manager and workers who reported transphobia
The federal government is suing Culver's for allegedly firing employees in retaliation for complaints about a hostile work environment towards transgender individuals.
Woman who did not get leaving card loses UK employment claim
The woman's claim against her former employer was dismissed as the leaving card's low signature count did not constitute a breach of equality law.
Company Sued By EEOC After Refusing Remote Work To Woman Who Had A Stroke
EEOC is suing a utility company for allegedly firing a woman who requested remote work after suffering a stroke.
Working remotely? Here's why it could be a challenge for your boss
Remote working is a crucial perk for talent attraction, but comes with significant legal and financial complexities for employers.
Musk's ban on remote work at X beats disability bias claim for now By Reuters
The lawsuit against X regarding disability discrimination was dismissed due to insufficient evidence linking Musk's remote work policy to harm for disabled employees.
EU looks to give workers the "right to disconnect" - Marketplace
The EU is considering a 'right to disconnect' to help workers manage work-life balance amid remote working challenges.
Your best bet to avoid an RTO mandate may be a doctor-prescribed accommodation
Remote employees face limited legal options against return-to-office mandates; a medical reason provides the best chance to challenge them.
Elon Musk's X beats former employee's disability bias lawsuit after ban on remote work
The lawsuit against X failed due to lack of evidence linking Musk's policies to impairment of workers with disabilities.
Company Sued By EEOC After Refusing Remote Work To Woman Who Had A Stroke
EEOC is suing a utility company for allegedly firing a woman who requested remote work after suffering a stroke.
Working remotely? Here's why it could be a challenge for your boss
Remote working is a crucial perk for talent attraction, but comes with significant legal and financial complexities for employers.
Musk's ban on remote work at X beats disability bias claim for now By Reuters
The lawsuit against X regarding disability discrimination was dismissed due to insufficient evidence linking Musk's remote work policy to harm for disabled employees.
EU looks to give workers the "right to disconnect" - Marketplace
The EU is considering a 'right to disconnect' to help workers manage work-life balance amid remote working challenges.
Your best bet to avoid an RTO mandate may be a doctor-prescribed accommodation
Remote employees face limited legal options against return-to-office mandates; a medical reason provides the best chance to challenge them.
Elon Musk's X beats former employee's disability bias lawsuit after ban on remote work
The lawsuit against X failed due to lack of evidence linking Musk's policies to impairment of workers with disabilities.
'Knives against our throats' - French WorldTour teams warn of talent drain amidst endemic economic difficulties
The disparity in French cycling teams' financial and employment regulations hinders competitiveness, prompting riders to leave for better offers abroad.
Badenoch privately defended flexible working before publicly opposing it
Kemi Badenoch's support for flexible working legislation contrasts her previous opposition, reflecting a nuanced position on employment rights.
San Diego's New Fair Chance Ordinance
San Diego's Fair Chance Ordinance prohibits pre-job offer inquiries about criminal histories, enhancing fair hiring practices for applicants.
Woman who did not get leaving card loses UK employment claim
Karen Conaghan's lawsuit over a missing leaving card was dismissed, highlighting her claims of workplace victimization and perceived conspiracy.
US Supreme Court will hear woman's claim she lost out on jobs because she is straight
The Supreme Court will review a case of alleged sex discrimination against an Ohio woman based on her heterosexuality, challenging existing judicial standards.
Trans woman fired by Liberty University opens up about 'awful' discrimination
Ellenor Zinski faced termination from Liberty University after coming out as transgender despite assuring no impact on job performance.
What all trans people need to know about their workplace rights
Trans and non-binary employees have specific legal protections against discrimination in the workplace under the 2010 Equality Act.
Prominent Law Firm Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Litigation Tactics
Wigdor Law faces a malicious prosecution lawsuit from Richard Azzopardi over claims related to sexual misconduct allegations against former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Chadwicks ordered to pay 60,000 after dismissal of employee who had to use Zimmer frame after back surgery
Ms O'Reilly was awarded €60,000 for discriminatory dismissal due to failure to accommodate her disability.
Trans woman fired by Liberty University opens up about 'awful' discrimination
Ellenor Zinski faced termination from Liberty University after coming out as transgender despite assuring no impact on job performance.
What all trans people need to know about their workplace rights
Trans and non-binary employees have specific legal protections against discrimination in the workplace under the 2010 Equality Act.
Prominent Law Firm Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Litigation Tactics
Wigdor Law faces a malicious prosecution lawsuit from Richard Azzopardi over claims related to sexual misconduct allegations against former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Chadwicks ordered to pay 60,000 after dismissal of employee who had to use Zimmer frame after back surgery
Ms O'Reilly was awarded €60,000 for discriminatory dismissal due to failure to accommodate her disability.
Award-winning Bromley Indian restaurant fined for employing illegal workers
The former director of iNaga is banned from directorship for hiring illegal workers, underscoring the importance of compliance with immigration laws.
Judge Rules Catholic Employers Can Deny Workers Time Off for Reproductive Care
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act provides necessary protections for workers needing accommodations for pregnancy-related conditions, but faces challenges regarding religious freedoms.
Supreme Court Holds that Public Entities Are Not Subject to PAGA and Various Labor Code Violations
Public employers in California are exempt from Labor Code provisions and PAGA penalties according to the California Supreme Court's ruling in Stone v. Alameda Health System.
2024 PAGA Reforms - Has the Landscape Changed?
PAGA reforms aimed to reduce frivolous lawsuits by tightening requirements for filing claims.
CDF Labor Law LLP
California Supreme Court's ruling confirms that aggrieved employees cannot intervene in PAGA actions of others, ensuring certainty and finality for settlements.
Supreme Court Holds that Public Entities Are Not Subject to PAGA and Various Labor Code Violations
Public employers in California are exempt from Labor Code provisions and PAGA penalties according to the California Supreme Court's ruling in Stone v. Alameda Health System.
2024 PAGA Reforms - Has the Landscape Changed?
PAGA reforms aimed to reduce frivolous lawsuits by tightening requirements for filing claims.
CDF Labor Law LLP
California Supreme Court's ruling confirms that aggrieved employees cannot intervene in PAGA actions of others, ensuring certainty and finality for settlements.
Ad for NYC men's clothing brand Birddogs makes ex-manager look 'incompetent,' calls him 'Fartz': suit
Birddogs allegedly used a former employee's likeness in a mocking ad campaign without consent, leading to a lawsuit for defamation and damages.
US Man Fired After Hotel Lobby Wee Seeks Financial Relief
Becker alleges wrongful termination due to a disability-related incident, claiming discrimination by Lenovo after a public urination incident in a hotel.
Ad for NYC men's clothing brand Birddogs makes ex-manager look 'incompetent,' calls him 'Fartz': suit
Birddogs allegedly used a former employee's likeness in a mocking ad campaign without consent, leading to a lawsuit for defamation and damages.
US Man Fired After Hotel Lobby Wee Seeks Financial Relief
Becker alleges wrongful termination due to a disability-related incident, claiming discrimination by Lenovo after a public urination incident in a hotel.
The FTC's ban on noncompete agreements was deemed arbitrary by a Trump judge, affecting employment laws and trade regulations.
How the 'right to switch off' can benefit mental health
The UK government plans to introduce a 'right to switch off' for workers, aiming to reduce burnout and presenteeism.
What a Dubai Court Ordering a Company to Pay Its Employee in Crypto Means
Dubai court legitimizes salary payment in crypto via employment contract, but details remain unclear regarding broader applicability.
I feel rage over my former boss's treatment of me. How do I move on? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
Recognizing the potential for reclaiming credit for your work can empower you to address workplace bullying and intellectual property issues.
CDF Labor Law LLP
California Supreme Court rules against voiding arbitration agreements solely due to unconscionable terms; rather, they should be assessed and, if possible, severed.