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Supreme Court Rejects Education Department’s Bid to Stay Injunctions Barring Enforcement of New Title IX Rules

The Court’s decision leaves in place injunctions barring ED from enforcing the new regulations in over 20 states and against nearly 700 institutions of higher education. The Education Department (ED) released new Title IX...more

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How to Support Your LGBTQ+ Employees on International Business Trips: 5 Tips for Employers

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A business trip abroad can be an exciting experience for your employees, but it also requires careful planning to ensure a smooth and safe journey. This is particularly true for your LGBTQ+ employees who may have more...more

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EEOC Publishes Final Guidance on Workplace Harassment

On April 29, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a final version of its Enforcement Guidance on Workplace Harassment. The new guidance provides  updates and agency direction on workplace...more

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Employment Law Update: The EEOC’s Final Enforcement Guidance on Workplace Harassment Is Here

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On April 29, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its final version of the Enforcement Guidance on Workplace Harassment (the Guidance), to include developments “answering the call” of the #MeToo...more

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The EEOC Unveils Final Version of Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace

On April 29, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), after nearly seven years of effort, released updated guidance concerning harassment in the workplace. The updated guidance reflects three key developments...more

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EEOC’s Proposed Guidance Specifies Effective Features and Content in Anti-Harassment Polices, Training and Complaint Processes

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released lengthy proposed guidance for employers regarding their compliance with federal antidiscrimination laws that prohibit workplace harassment based on...more

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EEOC Issues Updated Workplace Harassment Guidance

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC or Commission) on Sept. 29, 2023, proposed updated workplace harassment guidance reflecting notable changes in the law, including the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in...more

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New York State Issues Revised Model Sexual Harassment Policy and Training Materials

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New York has released an updated model sexual harassment prevention policy and updated model training materials. The revised model policy increases the emphasis on gender discrimination in the workplace, with a particular...more

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[Hybrid Event] Navigating the Stop W.O.K.E. and Don't Say Gay Acts: A Legislative Update - October 28th, 4:00 pm EDT

Hinshaw is pleased to bring together Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean J. Trantalis, Senior Political Director Joe Saunders of Equality Florida, Public Policy Director Mike Ziri of Equality Illinois, and Hinshaw Attorneys Andrew...more

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Frizzell Furniture to Pay $60,000 to Resolve EEOC Sex Discrimination Charge

Furniture Retailer Did Not Hire Applicant Because He Is Transgender, Federal Agency Found - MINNEAPOLIS – Frizzell Furniture, a furniture retailer with locations in northern Minnesota, has agreed to pay $60,000 and has...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

EEOC Locks onto Bostock: New Guidance on Sexual Orientation and Other Gender Issues

You may recall our blog post last summer recapping the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia that held discrimination based on sexual orientation is prohibited by Title VII.  After that decision,...more

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EEOC’s New Guidance Regarding Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Workplace Discrimination

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced new resources to aid employers and employees in understanding the EEOC’s position regarding sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination....more

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OFCCP Week In Review: May 2021

The DE OFCCP Week in Review (WIR) is a simple, fast and direct summary of relevant happenings in the OFCCP regulatory environment, authored by experts John C. Fox, Candee Chambers and Jennifer Polcer. In today’s edition, they...more

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Protecting Transgender Workers

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Introduction - This OnPoint reports on the protection provided to transgender workers under UK law and the guidance available to employers to assist in supporting trans workers and protecting them from discrimination and...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Anti-LGBTQ Bias – Not Just for Employment – So Don’t Discriminate in Housing, Health Care, Education, or Accommodations Either

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When the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last year (in the “Bostock” case) that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from discrimination based on sexual orientation and transgender status, many predicted the...more

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Biden Administration Revokes Diversity Training Restrictions and Takes Further Actions to Address Diverse Groups

President Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s flurry of executive actions upon his inauguration into office signals diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) as a significant area of focus for the administration. As of January 26, 2021,...more

Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC

Labor & Employment Law: Vermont and Federal Legislative Update

Downs Rachlin Martin labor and employment attorneys Amy Resnick and Andrea Wright highlight key Vermont and Federal legislative updates from 2020 that impact HR professionals. They walk through: Vermont minimum wage...more

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

Court Preliminarily Enjoins HHS Revisions to “Sex” Discrimination Under Section 1557 of ACA

Judge Frederick Block of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York has preliminarily enjoined HHS from revising the Obama-era definitions of sex discrimination under Section 1557 of the ACA. See Walker v....more

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The Impact Of The U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision In Bostock On LGBT Discrimination In The Workplace: Practical Tips For Japanese...

On June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark civil rights decision, holding that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of...more

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California DFEH Posts Free Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Course

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California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) is now offering employers and their employees free online training courses to satisfy California’s sexual harassment and abusive conduct prevention training...more

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The Employment Law Landscape in 2020

2019 was a busy year for lawmakers across the nation, underscoring the need for employers to remain apprised of all the new laws that will be taking effect in 2020. Below we summarize some of the significant developments...more

Orrick - Employment Law and Litigation

New York State and New York City Ring in the New Year With More Gender Protections

Last year, in the immediate aftermath of the #MeToo movement, both New York State and New York City passed sweeping legislation that sought to provide additional protections for individuals from sexual harassment. ...more

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2018 Workforce Wrap-Up and a Look Forward

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Recent headlines have highlighted changes occurring in the workforce. Generation Z will be entering the workforce in the new year, marking five generations working side by side. Therefore, as 2019 approaches, it will be...more

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Changes to New York State’s Sexual Harassment Laws: What Employers Need to Know

New York employers are subject to several new laws enacted this year aimed at combating sexual harassment in the workplace. In New York, sexual harassment includes harassment not only on the basis of sex, but also on the...more

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New York State Sexual Harassment Model Policy and Training Requirements Finalized: Employers Get a Welcome Extension to Implement

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Earlier this week, the New York Governor’s office finalized materials for New York State employers to implement sexual harassment policies and training.  While draft guidance was circulated to the public in August 2018, the...more

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