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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Chippie owner hit with 'devastating' 40,000 fine for alleged illegal hire amid crackdown

Sullivan described the penalty as "devastating" and warned it could spell the end for his small business, highlighting concerns about the impact of such fines on smaller enterprises.
UK politics
fromThe Local France
5 years ago

Could you be sacked in France for a workplace romance?

In France, there's no prohibition in employment law against forming relationships with colleagues, even if one is married, as personal relationships are considered private.
France politics
#workplace-conduct
fromIndependent
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Chef whose colleague thrust into him 'as if he was riding a horse' and let out a 'yee-haw' loses discrimination claim against Dublin nightclub

fromIndependent
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Chef whose colleague thrust into him 'as if he was riding a horse' and let out a 'yee-haw' loses discrimination claim against Dublin nightclub

#remote-work
fromKqed
3 months ago
SF parents

If Your Employer Demands a Return to the Office, What Options Do You Have? | KQED

fromKqed
3 months ago
SF parents

If Your Employer Demands a Return to the Office, What Options Do You Have? | KQED

fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Calls grow for whistleblower protections in UK's new DEI pay gap bill

"Support for whistleblowers is essential. There should be a confidential channel for employees to report concerns, to ensure they are not penalised."
Social justice
#wrongful-termination
#discrimination
San Francisco 49ers
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from California fire chief who said he was fired because of his Christian faith

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case that could have eased discrimination claims for employees citing religious reasons.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

BREAKING: Supreme Court sides with straight woman in so-called 'reverse discrimination' case

Supreme Court ruling allows straight individuals to sue for discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Social justice
fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

Supreme Court Unanimously Rejects Heightened Burden for Majority-Group Plaintiffs in Title VII Claims

The Supreme Court's ruling in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services eliminates the heightened burden of proof for majority-group plaintiffs in discrimination claims.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Google to pay $50M to settle black employees' lawsuit alleging 'racially biased corporate culture'

fromCallaborlaw
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Agencies Directed to End Enforcement of Disparate Impact Discrimination Claims Under President Trump's New Executive Order

fromtime.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Supreme Court Unanimously Sides With Straight Woman In Reverse Discrimination' Case

San Francisco 49ers
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from California fire chief who said he was fired because of his Christian faith

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case that could have eased discrimination claims for employees citing religious reasons.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

BREAKING: Supreme Court sides with straight woman in so-called 'reverse discrimination' case

Supreme Court ruling allows straight individuals to sue for discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Social justice
fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

Supreme Court Unanimously Rejects Heightened Burden for Majority-Group Plaintiffs in Title VII Claims

The Supreme Court's ruling in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services eliminates the heightened burden of proof for majority-group plaintiffs in discrimination claims.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Google to pay $50M to settle black employees' lawsuit alleging 'racially biased corporate culture'

fromCallaborlaw
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Agencies Directed to End Enforcement of Disparate Impact Discrimination Claims Under President Trump's New Executive Order

fromtime.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Supreme Court Unanimously Sides With Straight Woman In Reverse Discrimination' Case

fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

NAR again seeks dismissal of discrimination and harassment suit

Plaintiff's allegations against NAR include violations of Title VII and the Illinois Human Rights Act, compounded by her discrimination and breach of contract claims. NAR asserts these claims are speculative and implausible.
US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Dan Siegel, 'fearless' civil rights attorney, dies at 79

"Over half a century, Siegel took on hundreds of cases, defending his clients against employers, police departments, universities, and government agencies, carving out a successful practice in employment, discrimination, and civil rights law."
East Bay (California)
#gender-issues
fromCallaborlaw
3 weeks ago

Reminder: Minimum Wage Hikes Take Effect Tomorrow (July 1)

Effective July 1, 2025, many California cities and counties will implement increased minimum wage rates, highlighting the need for employers to stay informed and compliant.
California
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

MBTA sues union to fire supervisor accused of sexist misconduct

"His denial did not ring true," the arbitrator wrote, expressing skepticism about Goggins' denial of the harassment allegations during the arbitration process.
Boston food
#employee-rights
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A man sued his old employer who gave him a worse desk - and won

A tribunal ruled that a desk move perceived as a demotion justified an employee's resignation and legal action.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A man sued his old employer who gave him a worse desk - and won

A tribunal ruled that a desk move perceived as a demotion justified an employee's resignation and legal action.
#arbitration-agreements
Law
fromCallaborlaw
4 months ago

Employer Not Required To Initiate Arbitration Following Court-Ordered Arbitration

The California Court of Appeal clarified the responsibility to initiate arbitration lies with the plaintiffs, not the employer.
Law
fromCallaborlaw
4 months ago

Employer Not Required To Initiate Arbitration Following Court-Ordered Arbitration

The California Court of Appeal clarified the responsibility to initiate arbitration lies with the plaintiffs, not the employer.
#unfair-dismissal
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Hotel manager fired for having sex' with colleague wins employment tribunal case

The firing of hotel manager Sebastian Kedracki was deemed unfair despite inappropriate workplace behavior.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Hotel manager fired for having sex' with colleague wins employment tribunal case

The firing of hotel manager Sebastian Kedracki was deemed unfair despite inappropriate workplace behavior.
fromQNS
1 month ago

Krishnan leads push to end city contracts with convicted landscaping company owner - QNS

Glenn Griffin's indictment is just another example in a long list of corruption that Griffins and his Westchester landscaping company are involved in.
NYC politics
#legal-case
Social justice
fromABA Journal
4 months ago

Judge tosses bias suit over BigLaw firm's diversity hiring program for summer associates

A federal judge dismissed a bias suit aimed at King & Spalding regarding a diversity hiring program, citing insufficient evidence of the plaintiff's application readiness.
Social justice
fromABA Journal
4 months ago

Judge tosses bias suit over BigLaw firm's diversity hiring program for summer associates

A federal judge dismissed a bias suit aimed at King & Spalding regarding a diversity hiring program, citing insufficient evidence of the plaintiff's application readiness.
#sweden
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto man still allowed to employ staff despite owing more than $1M in wages, fines | CBC News

Ontario's enforcement system regarding wage theft is failing, as exemplified by a Toronto businessman who continues to owe significant fines and wages despite prior convictions.
Canada news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Des Cahill at centre of RTE's 11m PRSI court case

Des Cahill's landmark case could cost RTÉ €11m, highlighting the ambiguity of employment status for presenters and a significant financial risk for the broadcaster.
UK news
#supreme-court
Social justice
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The end is near for on-the-job reverse discrimination - another blow to DEI

Supreme Court's decision may impact legal claims of reverse discrimination against heterosexuals favoring minority groups.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court makes it easier to claim reverse discrimination' in employment

The Supreme Court ruled that lawsuits over reverse discrimination can be brought by majority group members, affirming equal protections under federal law.
LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Supreme Court makes it easier to claim 'reverse discrimination' in employment

The Supreme Court's ruling simplifies the legal process for majority group members alleging reverse discrimination in federal employment cases.
Social justice
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The end is near for on-the-job reverse discrimination - another blow to DEI

Supreme Court's decision may impact legal claims of reverse discrimination against heterosexuals favoring minority groups.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court makes it easier to claim reverse discrimination' in employment

The Supreme Court ruled that lawsuits over reverse discrimination can be brought by majority group members, affirming equal protections under federal law.
LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Supreme Court makes it easier to claim 'reverse discrimination' in employment

The Supreme Court's ruling simplifies the legal process for majority group members alleging reverse discrimination in federal employment cases.
#workplace-equality
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Valla raises $2.7M to make legal recourse more accessible to employees | TechCrunch

Valla aims to simplify legal support for workers, enabling them to file complaints and negotiate settlements more easily.
#workplace-culture
Media industry
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

Have the creative industries really got nicer?

The creative industries have shifted towards better treatment of interns and junior employees, moving away from unpaid positions.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

'Sexual Harassment' Doesn't Begin To Cover It: Lawsuit Against Former Texas Solicitor General Goes Interstellar - Above the Law

Media industry
fromCreative Bloq
4 months ago

Have the creative industries really got nicer?

The creative industries have shifted towards better treatment of interns and junior employees, moving away from unpaid positions.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

'Sexual Harassment' Doesn't Begin To Cover It: Lawsuit Against Former Texas Solicitor General Goes Interstellar - Above the Law

fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Job applications: the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth

Mr. Easton's dismissal for failing to disclose past employment issues highlights the critical importance of honesty in job applications, emphasizing that employers must strictly enforce transparency.
EU data protection
Artificial intelligence
fromCallaborlaw
2 months ago

AI in Hiring: Litigation and Regulation Update

AI integration in hiring can streamline processes but poses risks of bias and legal repercussions.
Legal challenges against AI hiring tools emphasize the need for regulation.
Efforts to create guidelines for AI usage in the workplace are increasing.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Employee compared to Darth Vader at work wins $40K in compensation: 'Insulting'

"Darth Vader is a legendary villain of the Star Wars series, and being aligned with his personality is insulting," employment judge Kathryn Ramsden declared during the employment tribunal.
UK news
#job-security
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Newrez hires former CFPB exec Mark McArdle

"On Monday, a U.S. appeals court restored a temporary block on the mass layoffs, allowing employees to keep their jobs for the time being."
SF real estate
#workplace-rights
fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Alleged sex addict businessman sacked fiancee as employee after she caught him using Grindr on family holiday

fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Alleged sex addict businessman sacked fiancee as employee after she caught him using Grindr on family holiday

LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Baltimore Catholic charity violated gay man's rights by not paying spousal benefits, court rules

Federal judge rules Catholic Relief Services must provide benefits to same-sex spouse, upholding Maryland's antidiscrimination law.
Privacy professionals
fromCallaborlaw
3 months ago

Federal Court Puts Brakes on Trump-Era DEI Ban for Contractors: What California Employers Need to Know

A federal court ruling indicates that prohibiting DEI programs for federal contractors may infringe on First Amendment rights.
Law
fromCallaborlaw
3 months ago

California Supreme Court Clarifies Cost Shifting Under CCP Section 998

California's Supreme Court rules on Section 998 cost-shifting implications, even if cases settle before trial, affecting plaintiffs who reject offers.
#workers-rights
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

UK unions welcome moves to bolster workers' rights bill

Labour's workers' rights bill advances with significant protections, facing final vote after union and business negotiations, marking a historic enhancement of worker protections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

UK unions welcome moves to bolster workers' rights bill

Labour's workers' rights bill advances with significant protections, facing final vote after union and business negotiations, marking a historic enhancement of worker protections.
#immigration
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Alarm as Florida Republicans move to fill deported workers' jobs with children: It's insane, right?'

Florida lawmakers propose allowing teenagers to work unlimited hours to replace immigrant workers in tourism and agriculture.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Alarm as Florida Republicans move to fill deported workers' jobs with children: It's insane, right?'

Florida lawmakers propose allowing teenagers to work unlimited hours to replace immigrant workers in tourism and agriculture.
fromwww.thelocal.de
10 months ago

Four steps to take straight away after losing your job in Germany

In moments of economic hardship, layoffs become common, but they pose unique challenges for expatriates in Germany, raising serious concerns over residency status and employability.
Germany news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Christian influencer sacked by London girls school after posting 'make your husband your king' video loses tribunal

Ms Soydag's video promoting submission in marriage sparked controversy and ultimately led to her wrongful dismissal claim from St Anne's Catholic High School being dismissed.
Women in technology
fromemptywheel
3 months ago

Talking about Chuck Schumer Will No More Save Democracy than Chuck Schumer Will - emptywheel

However justified your opinion about his fecklessness, focusing on Chuck Schumer is as feckless as his response to the crisis; it distracts from the real threats.
US politics
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Teacher wrongly identified as so-called 'GAA catfish' is living through 'a nightmare', mother says

Niamh Farrell's mother described her daughter's situation as a 'nightmare,' emphasizing the emotional toll that comes with being wrongly identified in a high-profile case.
NYC parents
fromCalifornia Peculiarities Employment Law Blog
1 year ago

PAGA Reform: AB 2288 and SB 92 Passed

Under the new bills, plaintiffs must prove that they experienced the same Labor Code violations they seek to pursue on behalf of other employees, imposing more restrictive standing requirements.
Law
#federal-employees
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

School inspector sacked for brushing water off child's head wins legal battle

Judges unanimously ruled that Mr Hewston was unfairly dismissed, describing the incident as a momentary lapse of professional judgment unlikely to happen again.
UK news
#federal-workers
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025

Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump administration briefing: Judge reinstates some fired workers, more tariff threats on EU

A federal judge reinstates thousands of fired probationary federal workers, disputing performance-related termination claims and halting personnel management's guidance on firings.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

US judges order White House to reinstate fired workers DW 03/14/2025

Judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary federal workers due to illegal mass firings by the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump administration briefing: Judge reinstates some fired workers, more tariff threats on EU

A federal judge reinstates thousands of fired probationary federal workers, disputing performance-related termination claims and halting personnel management's guidance on firings.
#trump-administration
SF politics
fromTheregister
4 months ago

Judge slams US govt for lying, orders mass rehiring of staff

A federal judge ruled that six US agencies must rehire employees wrongfully terminated by the Trump administration.
SF politics
fromTheregister
4 months ago

Judge slams US govt for lying, orders mass rehiring of staff

A federal judge ruled that six US agencies must rehire employees wrongfully terminated by the Trump administration.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump Administration Told to Reinstate Nearly 6,000 Agriculture Dept. Workers

A board has mandated reinstatement of thousands of Agriculture Department employees fired under Trump’s downsizing push, citing violations of personnel laws.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

Why are so many London restaurants now charging a 15% service charge?

Service charges in London restaurants are increasingly set at 15%, reflecting a change in tipping culture influenced by recent legislation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Woman who quit job after three hours sues for unpaid wages

Nanny wins case for unpaid wages after quitting shortly into her job.
Tribunal rules that the induction session counts as work for pay.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

UK ban on zero-hours contracts set to include agency workers

Agency workers may gain protections under UK employment bill against exploitative zero-hours contracts, ensuring guaranteed hours and compensation for short-notice changes.
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