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Sterling Jewelers Faces Scrutiny in EEOC Lawsuit

Trusaic

Sterling Jewelers is facing consequences for potentially wrongfully handling a class action lawsuit regarding gender discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC claimed that this pattern of practice of promotion and compensation discrimination violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.”. “The

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Terminated Problem Employee Points to Discrimination, Retaliation as True Motives

HR Daily Advisor

Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit—which covers Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—recently upheld an employer’s trial court victory, providing useful guidance for employers seeking to manage difficult employees in the midst of workers’ compensation claims. Alleged Discrimination and Retaliation.

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4 Ways HR Analytics Can Improve Workplace Diversity

Cornerstone On Demand

There are multiple studies showing that diversity improves organizational bottom lines: McKinsey quarterly reported that between 2008 and 2010, companies with more diverse teams were top financial performers, and according to a study by Lu Hong and Scott E. Eliminating Workforce Discrimination with Big Data.

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5 Scenarios That Prove Wrongful Termination

HR Digest

The same law also covers employees who fill the workers’ compensation claim. A case of discrimination against you. Any termination that is as a result of unlawful discrimination by the employer does amount to a private lawsuit. A Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) was passed by Congress in 2008.

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The Unknown Cost of Conflict in the Workplace

Pollack Peacebuilding

While the study is from 2008 and costs may have changed since, the results are staggering. This can include lawsuits citing discrimination as well as workers’ compensation claims and it can cost the company a lot financially and also with regards to its reputation. found that U.S. employees spend 2.8

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Case for Consistency: Treatment of Manager Prevents Dismissal of Age Bias Claim

HR Daily Advisor

A New Jersey federal court recently declined to dismiss an age discrimination lawsuit because an employer’s failure to discipline employees in a consistent manner could be construed as evidence of discrimination. Bruce filed a lawsuit against GNC alleging age discrimination under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD).

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3 Steps to Protect Information While Leveraging Social Media

HR Daily Advisor

The number of companies maintaining a corporate presence on social media rose from 34% in 2008 to 77% in 2013 according to SHRM Survey Findings: Social Networking Website and Recruiting/Selection. Catherine Moreton Gray , JD, is Senior Managing Editor for Human Resources and Compensation. Garrison , Esq.—partner As an attorney, Ms.