Amtrak’s ‘relaxed’ COVID-era FMLA policy didn’t cover plaintiff’s unexplained absences, judge rules
The court’s analysis demonstrates the importance of thorough documentation in intermittent Family and Medical Leave Act compliance. The court’s…
Company’s inability to explain one manager’s firing over another keeps FMLA claim alive
Comparators can make or break many types of employment lawsuits, including those involving protected leave. Comparators can make or break many…
US Department of Labor cites Pennsylvania brick manufacturer for willfully exposing workers to silica hazards, proposes $496K in fines
WATSONTOWN, PA – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a brick manufacturer with three willful and four serious violations for knowingly exposing…
New York Times presses EEOC for White bias records in FOIA lawsuit
The media giant alleged the agency has dragged its feet and ignored the Times’ inquiries about when its requests for information will be met. The…
US Department of Labor recovers $618K in back wages for 779 workers denied pay, full tips by South Carolina restaurant group
COLUMBIA, SC – A South Carolina restaurant group has paid $618,666 in back wages to 779 employees and an additional $100,000 in civil money…
Amazon worker fired shortly after disclosing pregnancy has discrimination claim, court rules
The alleged close connection between her disclosure, restrictions on her overtime and her termination indicated adverse action based on the…
Salesforce worker must arbitrate gender-based discrimination case
Gender-based allegations that don’t involve sexual harassment cannot invoke the Ending Forced Arbitration Act, a court determined. Gender-based…
Court approves forensic review of ex-Flex CFO candidate’s personal devices
A ‘forensic vendor’ will look through Alex Anderson’s personal computer and devices to secure confidential information relating to Flex, according…
Understanding Job Description Compliance: Aligning Essential Functions with Performance Management
By Merrie Ellis, HR Compliance Manager, VensureHR Have you ever had to manage performance issues when expectations were never clearly defined? This…
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