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How Age Discrimination in the Workplace Affects Company Culture

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Age Discrimination in the Workplace. We recently spoke about discrimination against women in the workplace, but unfortunately, gender bias isn’t the only prejudice found in companies across the nation. But before we continue, let’s address what age discrimination is and how it can affect your company legally and culturally.

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Even in ‘At-Will’ California, It’s Wise to Follow Disciplinary Process

HRWatchdog

Many individuals in protected categories (protected from discrimination) will claim their race, religion or other protected class as the basis for a termination. Discipline as Defense For other situations, however, progressive discipline provides a defense against a claim of discrimination or illegal termination.

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EEOC FY 2021 Charge Data, Mediation Program Studies

HRWatchdog

Retaliation was, once again, the number one filed charge in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) Fiscal Year 2021 charge data; it was included in 56 percent of 61,331 charges (a charge may include multiple types of discrimination). CalChamber members can read more about Sexual Harassment Claims and Lawsuits in the HR Library.

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California Supreme Court Imposes FEHA Liability on Agents of Employers

HRWatchdog

Overbroad Medical Exams This case originated as a class action lawsuit led by two individuals, Kristina Raines and Darrick Figg, who applied for positions with two different employers. The lawsuit was dismissed at the trial court level and appealed to the Ninth Circuit. Figg responded to all questions and was ultimately hired.

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Employers Must Explore Reasonable Accommodations for Religious Beliefs

HRWatchdog

Bolden-Hardge subsequently filed suit against the SCO for violating several of her rights, including her rights under the FEHA and federal Title VII to be free from religious discrimination and her rights to a religious accommodation where appropriate. Not a member? Learn more about how HRCalifornia can help you.

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Temporary Restraining Order Granted Against AB 51

HRWatchdog

Yesterday, in a lawsuit filed by CalChamber and a business coalition challenging the constitutionality of AB 51 , District Court Judge Kimberly Mueller granted a temporary restraining order (TRO) to prevent AB 51 from going into effect on January 1, 2020. AB 51 is currently on hold, but a hearing is scheduled for January 10, 2020.

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$10.5 Million Settlement in Minority Hiring Case

HRWatchdog

million to settle a hiring discrimination and retaliation lawsuit brought by the U.S. The lawsuit alleged that qualified African-Americans and Hispanics were routinely denied retail positions, such as cashier, sales associate, team leader, supervisor, manager and other positions, at many Bass Pro stores nationwide. Not a member?

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