Certain federal construction contractors and subcontractors should take the time now to review new labor requirements impacting most large-scale federal construction projects. A final rule, which the Biden administration...more
12/29/2023
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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more
12/4/2023
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Although a government shutdown was averted in September, the stopgap funding bill lasts only through November 17 – meaning that the federal government will shut down if Congress cannot reach an agreement by then. How will...more
If Congress cannot approve a budget by October 1, the federal government will shut down. What will this mean for employers across the country? A look back at the most recent government shutdown will provide lessons on what...more
It’s been nearly two months since the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions – and many employers are still wondering whether their workplace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs are still legal...more
9/21/2023
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Students for Fair Admissions v University of North Carolina
Construction employers should be mindful of the federal government’s renewed focus on combatting discrimination and harassment in the industry. A recent report from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)...more
9/8/2023
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The Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced on August 25 that it has updated its Supply and Service Scheduling Letter and Itemized Listing – also known as its scheduling letter –...more
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
Colleges and universities can still take steps to foster diverse and inclusive campuses — even after the Supreme Court’s decision severely limiting race-conscious admissions in education, according to the latest guidance from...more
8/25/2023
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Singer-songwriter Lizzo was all over the headlines last week — but not for one of her latest hit songs. Instead, the Grammy-award-winning entertainer was sued by three former dancers asserting various claims, including...more
The rise of artificial intelligence – especially Generative AI (GenAI) – will cause women and diverse groups to lose their jobs at disproportionate rates through the year 2030, according to a report published last week by...more
Late last week, the EEOC quietly changed the timeline for opening this year’s EEO-1 Reporting portal to sometime in “Fall 2023.” For several months, the EEOC’s landing page had indicated that the EEO-1 portal would be opened...more
The Supreme Court recently cracked down on the use of “race-conscious” admissions for academic institutions, mostly blocking them from considering race as part of a holistic evaluation of prospective students. What does this...more
7/11/2023
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While employers may not be directly impacted by yesterday’s SCOTUS decision blocking affirmative action in education admissions, the new standard will likely have big ripple effects on the world of workplace law before long —...more
6/30/2023
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The Supreme Court just severely restricted higher educational institutions from using race or ethnicity as part of their admissions process, curbing the practice of using affirmative action principles during admissions for...more
6/30/2023
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Students for Fair Admissions v University of North Carolina ,
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Construction contractors should take immediate action to find out if any of their establishments have been selected for an upcoming audit by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). Earlier this week, the...more
Hiring the right people is one of the fundamental building blocks for creating a successful workforce. No doubt you have job requirements and expectations in place to ensure you hire workers who at least meet your minimum...more
The agency that oversees affirmative action obligations for federal contractors just released its 2023 Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) hiring benchmark. Effective March 31, the new benchmark is...more
For the second year in a row, federal contractor and subcontractors will have to certify that their affirmative action plans are compliant with federal requirements. This week, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance...more
The federal agency that oversees federal contractors and affirmative action programs just announced it would rescind a Trump-era rule that had expanded the scope of long-standing religious exemption principles it had utilized...more
Federal officials announced that they have decided once again to extend the deadline for federal contractors to submit objections to the proposed disclosure of sensitive employee demographic data – and are providing you one...more
In what seems like a nod to Groundhog Day, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced Thursday it is once again allowing federal contractors an opportunity to object to the release of sensitive...more
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently announced proposed changes to its intake process for complaints of discrimination, which the agency says will help it assess allegations before a formal...more
California employers with at least 100 employees are likely familiar with the pay data reporting requirements that were enacted in 2020. Recent amendments under SB 1162, however, make some significant changes for 2023. You...more
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) just released its 2023 Corporate Scheduling Announcement List (CSAL), which notifies 500 supply and service establishments that they have been selected for an...more