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Florida Appellate Court Raises Bar for Whistleblower Claims: Key Takeaways and 6 Steps Employers Should Take Now

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A Florida state appellate court just issued a ruling raising the bar for workers pursuing whistleblower claims and making it easier for employers to defeat lawsuits before trial – but created a conflict with another appellate...more

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Seventh Circuit: A “Do-Over” Is Not an Accommodation

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The Seventh Circuit’s recent decision – holding that an employee’s request for a second chance that allows them to change their behavior to meet employer expectations is not a “reasonable accommodation” under the ADA –...more

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EEOC's Recent Enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What Employers Need to Know

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A recent Consent Decree between the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Lago Mar Properties stands as an important reminder that the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is broad in scope and encompasses all...more

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Constangy Clips Ep. 4 - 3 Things that Keep your Labor and Employment Lawyer Up at Night

This Halloween, it’s not monsters under the bed that spook labor and employment lawyers—it’s the avoidable mistakes some employers make! In this episode of Constangy Clips, attorney Max Bernas shares three haunting practices...more

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NLRB Counsel Cracks Down On “Stay-or-Pay” Provisions and Non-Competes: 7 Steps Employers Should Consider in Response

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The National Labor Relations Board’s chief lawyer just said that many “stay-or-pay” provisions – agreements where workers are asked to repay their employer if they separate from employment – violate federal law, and also...more

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EEOC Case Filings Plummet:  A Look at the EEOC’s Surprisingly Sluggish FY 2024

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Following a handful of sluggish years in terms of EEOC litigation activity, the Commission returned to form by filing 144 merit lawsuits in Fiscal Year 2023. Given that the EEOC finally secured its...more

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California Court of Appeals Upholds Adverse Employment Action Where Employee Unable to Perform Essential Job Functions

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This month, the California Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s grant of summary adjudication to the employer in a disability discrimination case alleging violations of the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The...more

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Former Driver Wins “Nuclear Verdict” Against Global Package Delivery Company in Retaliation Lawsuit

On September 12, 2024, a Yakima, Washington jury awarded a $237.6 million nuclear verdict to Tahvio Gratton, a former package delivery driver who filed a lawsuit against his employer for violation of federal and state...more

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What Construction Firm Employers Should Do Right Now to Minimize Legal Risk of Discrimination and Harassment Lawsuits

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Seyfarth Synopsis: In June 2024, Seyfarth published a blog article warning construction industry employers of recent anti-harassment guidelines issued by the EEOC. We predicted that the EEOC has “put the construction...more

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Illinois Extends Statute of Limitations for Filing Discrimination Claims Under Illinois Human Rights Act, Adds Protected Classes,...

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Last week, Governor JB Pritzker signed into law several bills that significantly amend the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA). As a result of these amendments, Illinois employers should expect an uptick in discrimination cases...more

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Snap Reaches $15M Settlement Over Alleged Equal Pay Violations: Why the Deal Might Be a Sign of What’s to Come for All Employers

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Snapchat’s parent company has agreed to pay $15 million and take extensive measures to ensure fair employment practices as part of settlement to resolve claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against women at...more

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Michigan Supreme Court Expands Retaliation Liability Under Michigan’s Civil Rights Act

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The Michigan Supreme Court’s recent ruling in the case of Miller v. Department of Corrections expands the scope of retaliation claims under the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA). This decision could have important...more

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Get Set for Summer: 8 Things Hospitality Employers Should Know About Hiring Teens this Season

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Many employers in the hospitality industry are ramping up their hiring efforts as they get ready for their busiest season. Whether you’re operating a restaurant, hotel, swim club, tourist attraction, or other business that’s...more

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Ontario Updates: New Fines for ESA Contraventions, and Working for Workers Five Act (Bill 190) Proposed

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On May 6, 2024, the Ontario Government introduced Bill 190, the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024 (“Bill 190”), which, if passed, will provide new protections for workers, the key details of which are summarized below. The...more

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Ontario, Canada Court Orders Employer to Pay Costs to Discourage Tactical Litigation that Deters Employees from Pursuing Their...

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In Giacomodonato v. PearTree Securities Inc., 2023 ONSC 5628, Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice ordered the employer to pay to the employee the costs of the proceeding in the amount of $830,761 to dissuade employers from...more

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Social media and protected beliefs at work

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The Belfast Industrial Tribunal in Northern Ireland has recently rejected two claims of unfair dismissal following sectarian (anti-Catholic) chants posted on social media. We look at the implications of clashing views on...more

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UK: Employee Unfairly Dismissed for Failure to Install App on Personal Phone

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A recent employment tribunal case, Alsnih v. Al Quds Al-Arabi Publishing & Advertising, ruled that a journalist was unfairly dismissed for refusing to install a work-related app on her personal phone. The app was considered...more

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Furloughs Trigger Employer’s Obligation To Pay Final Wages Immediately

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A recent Ninth Circuit panel held that Hyatt employees who were “laid off” in March 2020 were entitled to payment of their accrued vacation time immediately, even though the employees were not officially terminated until June...more

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Compensation ordered after email slip reveals age discrimination

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The Brussels Labour Court recently considered the case of an unsuccessful job applicant who was inadvertently emailed evidence that she had been discriminated against due to her age....more

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UK Illegal Working Fines Triple

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Fines are set to more than triple for employers and landlords who employ or rent to those without permission to work or rent—the biggest shake up of civil penalties since 2014—the Home Office has announced. These higher...more

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Macau Court’s Recent Ruling Aligns with Growing Trend to Protect Non-Resident Migrant Workers in Asia

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A Macau court recently held in favor of non-resident Filipino workers who brought claims for unpaid wages against a cleaning service provider. The landmark ruling — finding the employer liable for multiple labor violations —...more

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Red Barchetta LLC Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

Hotel Franchisee Fired Housekeeper Because of her Disability, Federal Agency Charged - ELKINS, W.Va. – Red Barchetta LLC, a Holiday Inn Express & Suites-brand franchisee in Elkins, West Virginia, will pay $40,000 to...more

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The Littler Annual Employer Survey Report - May 2023

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Executive Summary - Widespread economic uncertainty. Evolving workforce expectations. Accelerating use of artificial intelligence (AI). A shifting patchwork of local, state and federal regulations. Numerous headwinds...more

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Legal Considerations When Downsizing Your Workforce

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With a weakening economy, many employers are now facing tough cost reduction decisions, which include possible separation of employees. Once it is decided to implement a reduction in force, the employer must make a further...more

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SuperVision - Labor and Employment Law Insights, Issue 1, April 2023

Severance: Labor Board Prohibits Employers from Restricting Employee Speech in Severance Agreements - In the Apple TV+ show Severance, employees of Lumon Industries may agree to a "severance" program in which non-work...more

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