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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Anti-Retaliation Provisions Retaliation

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[Webinar] Addressing Employee Complaints: Retaliation and Whistleblower Complaints with the EEOC, OSHA, and MSHA - October 1st,...

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Over the past several years, employers have seen a significant uptick in retaliation claims filed by employees and investigated by federal agencies. For example, in 2010, only approx. 30% of all charges filed with the EEOC...more

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5 Tips to Avoid Workplace Retaliation Claims

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Employers know how important it is to comply with workplace anti-discrimination laws – but equally important is ensuring that employees who complain about perceived discrimination are not retaliated against for doing so, even...more

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EEOC Chair Issues New Report “Building for the Future: Advancing Equal Employment Opportunity in the Construction Industry”

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Chair Charlotte A. Burrows issued a report today titled, “Building For The Future: Advancing Equal Employment Opportunity in the Construction Industry.” The...more

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Proctor Financial to Pay $67,000 to Settle EEOC Retaliation Suit and Avoid Trial

Insurance Company Suspended Employee for Filing an EEOC Charge, Federal Agency Alleged - DETROIT – Proctor Financial, Inc., an insurance company based in Troy, Michigan that provides insurance products for residential and...more

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EEOC Releases Updated Workplace Discrimination Poster

On October 19, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released an updated “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster that covered employers under federal law are required to prominently display...more

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EEOC Releases Updated "Know Your Rights" Poster

Covered Employers Required by Law to Display Poster at Work Site - WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released the ‘Know Your Rights’ poster, which updates and replaces the previous...more

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Plains and Copperhead Pipeline Companies Reach Settlement with EEOC for $1.75 Million

Joint Employers in Permian Basin Retaliated Against Workers Complaining of Race, National Origin and Sex Harassment, Federal Agency Charges - ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Four national companies that jointly built and maintained...more

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ABCs of Employment Law: Retaliation

Just about every state or federal employment law has an anti-retaliation provision. Very simply put, anti-retaliation provisions are intended to protect individuals who either pursue their rights under the law, who assist...more

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Federal Agencies Join Forces To Combat Employer Retaliation

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) are joining forces to combat employer retaliation. The agencies plan to coordinate...more

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To Avoid FLSA Retaliation, Don’t Miss the Oral Complaints

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The Department of Labor (DOL) recently reminded field investigators to be on the lookout for retaliation against employees that are seeking to enforce their rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). On March 10,...more

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Long John Silver’s to Pay $200,000 to Settle EEOC Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Lawsuit

Centralia Restaurant Subjected Teenage Employee to Unwanted Touching and Sexual Advances, Federal Agency Charged - CHICAGO – Long John Silver’s will pay $200,000 and furnish other relief to settle a sexual harassment...more

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New EEOC Guidance: Your Employees Can Sue You for Covid-19 Retaliation (If it’s Based on a Protected Classification)

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The latest series of Covid-19 news is discomfiting. The Biden administration is fighting in court for its vaccinate-or-test mandate. Europe, Asia, and parts of the U.S. are suffering from a heavy uptick in “Delta” variant...more

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Federal Agencies Are Teaming Up to End Workplace Retaliation

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced a joint initiative to raise awareness about retaliation issues when workers exercise...more

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#WorkforceWednesday: OSHA ETS Moves to the Sixth Circuit, Federal Agencies Join to Combat Workplace Retaliation, NY Increases...

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This week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) vaccine emergency temporary standard (ETS) is currently in the hands of the Sixth Circuit, while New York employers have several updates to look out for...more

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EEOC Addresses Retaliation in Updated COVID-19 Technical Assistance 

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Last week, the EEOC again updated its COVID-19 technical assistance; this time, to include more information about employer retaliation in pandemic-related employment situations. The update explains and clarifies the...more

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Joint Initiative of Ending Retaliation and Promoting Workers Rights Promises More Aggressive Enforcement of Federal...

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November 17, 2021, the Department of Labor (“DOL”), National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”), and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) conducted a webinar on Ending Retaliation and Promoting Workers Rights. The...more

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Route 22 Sports Bar / Crazy Mexican Restaurant & Grill to Pay $217,500 to Settle EEOC Sexual Harassment / Retaliation Suit

Restaurants Subjected Female Employees to Sexual Harassment and Fired Bartender When She Complained, Federal Agency Charged - WHEELING, W.V. – Route 22 Sports Bar, Inc. and Crazy Mexican Restaurant & Grill, LLC, two...more

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Restaurant to Pay $65,000 to Settle EEOC Harassment and Retaliation Case

Owner Created Racially and Sexually Hostile Work Environment and Retaliated Against Employee Who Complained, Federal Agency Charged - NEW YORK – American Glory Restaurant Corp. will pay $65,000 and furnish other relief to...more

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EEOC Sues Focus Companies Group of Nevada for Sexual Harassment and Retaliation

Monolingual Hispanic Women Subjected to Unwanted Grabbing, Threats of Violence, Other Harassing Acts, Federal Agency Charges - LAS VEGAS – Focus Plumbing, LLC, Focus Electric, LLC, Focus Concrete, LLC, Focus Fire...more

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Great Events to Pay $20,000 to Settle EEOC Sex-Based Harassment and Retaliation Case

Company’s Owner Subjected a Female Employee to Sexist Comments, Then Fired Her for Opposing It, Federal Agency Charged - SAN ANTONIO, Texas -- Great Rentals and Events, LLC, doing business as Great Events, a San Antonio...more

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Pediatric Healthcare Alliance to Pay $50,000 to Settle EEOC Retaliation Lawsuit

Medical Practice Punished Nurse for Reporting Harassment by Doctor, Federal Agency Charged - TAMPA – Pediatric Healthcare Alliance, a Tampa Bay-based pediatric medical practice, will pay $50,000 and furnish other relief to...more

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Cardinal Health and AppleOne Settle EEOC Race Harassment / Retaliation Lawsuit

Health Care Services Company and Staffing Agency Fostered a Racially Charged, Hostile Work Environment, Federal Agency Charged - LOS ANGELES – Global health care services and products company Cardinal Health will pay $1.45...more

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Engie Services to Pay $125,000 to Settle EEOC Same-Sex and Race Harassment Lawsuit

Airport Baggage Handling and Maintenance Service Company Subjected Black Male Workers to Abuse, Federal Agency Charged - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Engie Services, Inc., a Canadian company that provides baggage handling and...more

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Total Maintenance Solutions to Pay $22,500 to Settle EEOC Sexual Harassment / Retaliation Suit

Cleaning Company Fired Employee for Complaining About Abuse, Federal Agency Charged - LOUISVILLE – Total Maintenance Solutions, Inc., a Cincinnati-area company that specializes in commercial cleaning and construction...more

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Amada Senior Care Resolves EEOC Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Case and Will Pay $250,000 to Caregivers

Colorado Springs Area Home-Care Agency Settles Claims It Failed to Respond to Harassment of Its Caregivers and Retaliated Against Those Who Complained - DENVER – Joyvida, LLC, which operates under the name Amada Senior...more

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