#employment-law

#employment-law

The USDOJ's Civil Rights Division is investigating illegal DEI and DEIA preferences.

There is considerable uncertainty about permissible diversity practices post-memorandum.

A woman wrongfully terminated during pregnancy receives nearly $94,000 compensation.

Trans and non-binary employees have specific legal protections against discrimination in the workplace under the 2010 Equality Act.

California's new employment laws enhance protections for workers, targeting discrimination, harassment, and improving conditions for independent contractors.

Ms O'Reilly was awarded €60,000 for discriminatory dismissal due to failure to accommodate her disability.

Trader Joe's violated labor laws by instructing employees to remove union pins and denying union members certain benefits.

A nursing instructor was pressured to work as replacement labor during a strike, facing possible job loss if she refused.

Elon Musk lost an arbitration case regarding unpaid severance to a former Twitter employee, potentially impacting thousands of other laid-off workers.

Musk's abrupt layoffs and lack of severance packages have led to significant legal challenges for Twitter.

Former Twitter employee wins arbitration case for unpaid severance, potentially encouraging more claims from ex-staff against the company.

States are set to take the lead on employment regulations due to federal inaction, creating a complex legal environment for businesses.

There is no federal law mandating time off for voting; state regulations vary widely on this issue.

Employers may take adverse employment action if an employee's disability limits their ability to perform essential job functions.

Employers are increasingly scrutinizing accommodation requests amid RTO mandates, causing stress for disabled employees and sometimes leading to resignations.

Return-to-office policies may lead to employee backlash, according to employment lawyer Craig Levey.

Severance agreements can provide crucial support after job loss, but employees should not rush to sign without understanding their options.

Employers should ensure volunteer participation is truly voluntary and avoid coercion.

A journalist's entitlement and self-importance questioned in WRC case against employer.

Gig economy companies may be breaching employment law due to the misuse of self-employment classifications, raising concerns over workers' rights.

The outcome of the case could reshape contract worker treatment in the tech industry, impacting employment strategies.

High-street retailers are hiring gig economy workers without basic employment rights during the festive season.

Temper Works is promoting gig workers to bypass new fair tipping laws and potential zero-hours contract bans, raising legal and ethical concerns.

Nondisclosure agreements and mandatory arbitration are prevalent in the workplace.

Project 2025 threatens worker protections through exploitative subcontracting practices in the janitorial industry, highlighted by legal action against Molecular Devices and its contractors.

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.

Arbitration agreements enforceability extends to non-signatory related entities in employment disputes, impacting employer liability strategies.

The Court of Appeal upheld the enforceability of an arbitration agreement despite an employee handbook's conflicting provisions.

New UK employment law plans threaten the survival of thousands of small businesses already struggling due to economic pressures.

Exempting small firms from changes to probationary periods could protect jobs and stimulate growth during economic recovery.

Small businesses in the UK fear proposed employment law changes will lead to staff cutbacks and undermine expansion plans.

Twitter improperly assumed resignation of employee after he did not respond to an ultimatum email, leading to an unfair dismissal ruling.

The Employment Rights Bill represents the most substantial update to employment rights in a generation, aiming to enhance worker protections.

A tribunal awarded over £28,000 to a woman for unfair dismissal due to her pregnancy after maternity leave.

Unfair dismissal will become a day one right, changing employer-employee dynamics.

Employers must adjust recruitment strategies to adapt to new legal responsibilities.

Fiona Smyth is seeking a court order for unpaid compensation from Violet-Anne Wynne for unfair dismissal.

The diocese's dismissal of Father Stavros Bozos was ruled unjust due to lack of procedural adherence, despite valid performance concerns.

Britain's Labour government has proposed significant new rights for workers, marking a substantial overhaul in employment protections set to be implemented in 2026.

Planned overhaul of workers' rights includes unpaid parental leave and protections from unfair dismissal from the first day of employment.

Labour plans to repeal anti-worker laws quickly, but faces challenges in detail and implementation.

UK Employment Tribunal classifies Bolt drivers as workers, granting them rights to minimum wage, holiday pay, and workplace protections.

The Government's new employment law aims to significantly enhance workers' rights, potentially reshaping hiring practices and corporate responses across the UK.

Rishi Sunak challenged Keir Starmer's commitment to workers' rights during PMQs, linking it to the fire and rehire strategy.

AI is revolutionizing the legal process, making it more efficient and allowing lawyers to focus on higher-level tasks.

Practical Law enhances legal professionals' efficiency with expert resources and AI capabilities.

The federal government is suing Culver's for allegedly firing employees in retaliation for complaints about a hostile work environment towards transgender individuals.

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.

EEOC is suing a utility company for allegedly firing a woman who requested remote work after suffering a stroke.

Remote working is a crucial perk for talent attraction, but comes with significant legal and financial complexities for employers.

The EU is considering a 'right to disconnect' to help workers manage work-life balance amid remote working challenges.

Remote employees face limited legal options against return-to-office mandates; a medical reason provides the best chance to challenge them.

The UK government is distancing itself from labeling P&O Ferries as a rogue operator amid controversy and investment concerns.

New laws aim to prevent mass sackings in the maritime industry by imposing strict penalties on companies that violate fair employment practices.

Women believe they are paid less than men in the workplace, highlighting ongoing pay inequality issues.

Asda's equal pay case could cost over £1.2 billion in back pay and reveal larger implications for UK retailers facing similar claims.