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Navigating DEI in a Shifting Legal Landscape

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Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs face more scrutiny than ever in light of President Trump’s recent executive orders regarding DEI policies and programs across the public and private sectors, recent...more

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Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your April To-Do List

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially given the rapid pace at which the Trump administration has been moving on initiatives impacting the workplace and beyond. For the latest...more

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DEI Under Scrutiny: What Employers Must Know About New EEOC and DOJ Guidance

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Following multiple executive orders from President Donald Trump concerning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), employers have been eagerly awaiting agency guidance to clarify the scope and implications of what is...more

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How to Run a Legally Compliant DEI Program

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The Trump Administration's focus on ending "illegal DEI discrimination" was recently operationalized by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in guidance released on...more

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What Employers Need to Know About Recent Changes to Affirmative Action Policies in the Workplace

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On January 21, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled, "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity" ("Order"). The Order is mainly aimed at rescinding Executive Order 11246, which was...more

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What New Administration’s Moves at EEOC, NLRB Mean for Employers

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Times they are a-changin’ … with a flurry of moves and terminations, the new administration has signaled a reverse within the federal labor and employment landscape. These changes will have significant impacts on current...more

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What Businesses Need to Know About DEI in the Trump Era: FAQs for Employers

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The whirlwind first few weeks of the second Trump administration have left private employers with concerns and questions related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. In order to dispel myths and provide...more

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Antitrust: Implications of Trump Executive Orders for Competition Enforcement

President Donald Trump’s early executive orders have not specifically called out antitrust enforcement, but several impact antitrust agencies and could influence antitrust policy and enforcement over the next four years. ...more

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Be Global: Employment law in 5

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Recent federal and state actions are poised to impact certain labor and employment laws in the United States. In the days following his inauguration, President Donald Trump signed numerous Executive Orders (EOs) including...more

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Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your February To-Do List

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially given the rapid pace at which the White House acted in the first days of President Trump’s second term. In order to ensure you stay on...more

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Analyzing President Trump’s Latest Executive Order Titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity”

On January 21, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.” This Executive Order is a major pivot in federal policy regarding affirmative action...more

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Navigating DEI in a Shifting Legal Landscape: Insights From Late Night — Hiring to Firing Podcast

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Workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs face more scrutiny than ever after President Trump's recent Executive Order targeting DEI policies and programs across the federal government, in private industries...more

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[Webinar] Trump Reframes the EEO Agenda: What Does It Mean for Your Business? - January 30th, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm EST

Join Kelley Drye for an insightful webinar, "Trump Reframes the EEO Agenda: What Does It Mean for Your Business?" This session will explore the impact of the Trump administration’s new direction on DEI, gender identity,...more

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Trump Orders Feds to Combat “Illegal” Corporate DEI Programs: 5 Takeaways for Private-Sector Employers + What You Should Do Now

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President Trump just issued a far-reaching executive order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in not only the federal government but also the private sector. The order directs federal agencies to...more

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2024 Year in Review – Hong Kong Employment Law

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The year 2024 brought about notable changes in employment law in Hong Kong. This article provides a brief overview of the key developments that occurred over the past year and a look forward at the expected changes as we...more

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DEI for the Savvy Employer: Navigating Challenges and Maximizing Opportunities

As employers continue to grapple with the complexities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), negative stereotypes and legal challenges persist. This webinar offers practical insights to help organizations transform...more

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U.S. Department of Labor Publishes New “AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework”

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On September 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”), collaborating with the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (“PEAT”), a non-governmental organization the DOL funds and supports, announced the...more

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Growing Attacks on Corporate DEI Programs: 5 Employer Takeaways to Help Support Your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs are facing scrutiny across the country, causing some employers to scale down their DEI initiatives or drop them altogether. As companies face pressure and increasing legal challenges,...more

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DOL Promotes “AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework” Collab to Help Employers Avoid AI Discrimination in Hiring

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Companies are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with employment related tasks, such as recruiting and hiring. AI tools are useful to increase efficiency, streamline the recruiting process, and...more

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Be Global: Employment Law in 5 - September 2024

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5 developments to read for September in less than 5 minutes - Focus: On the Middle East - In the Middle East, requirements to hire local citizens are expanding. Oman is moving towards private sector Omanisation through new...more

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DOL Issues “AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework” Through Non-Governmental Organization

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On September 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced publication of its “AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework” website, described as “a new tool designed to support the inclusive use of artificial intelligence in...more

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Aligning Enforcement: EEOC’s High-Tech Report and IER’s Growing Interest on AI Compliance

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Navigating the complex intersection of employment practices, technology, and the evolving legal landscape has become increasingly vital for those specializing in immigration compliance and related discrimination law. This...more

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EEOC Puts High Tech Employers on High Alert Regarding Discrimination

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Seyfarth Synopsis: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) has issued a report that should have high tech employers on high alert. According to the EEOC’s findings, analysis, and enforcement information, there...more

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[Webinar] Keeping Up with the Times: How Employers are Measuring DEI Program Effectiveness - September 18th, 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm EDT

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The effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs has been increasingly questioned over the past couple of years. Because of this, employers are searching for new ways to assess the effectiveness of their...more

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Supreme Court Lowers the Bar for Title VII Employment Claims

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act requires employees alleging employment discrimination to show they suffered an adverse employment action as a result of their membership in a protected class....more

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