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What is GINA? The federal discrimination law you need to know.

Business Management Daily

GINA, or the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, outlaws genetic discrimination. The federal law has been around for a decade, yet many employers still don’t know exactly how to comply. GINA essentially bars using genetic information in employment decisions and bars acquiring genetic information improperly.

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5 Scenarios That Prove Wrongful Termination

HR Digest

Losing a job in that manner could make you think of suing the employer for wrongful termination. Well, there are multiple channels and provision for employees to sue for wrongful termination against their ex-employers, provided the reason for dismissal is doubtful, and the employees desire to sue.

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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” began his employment with General Nutrition Corporation (GNC) as a sales associate in 1999.

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Did wellness plan violate GINA? Court offers key insight

HR Morning

The way in which wellness programs interact with the ADA has gotten plenty of press in recent months, but a new court ruling reminds employers there are GINA considerations to keep in mind as well. . San Antonio Fire Department started a mandatory wellness program for all its uniformed employees back in 2010. Background.

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Bill allowing firms to ask for workers’ genetic info passes first hurdle

HR Morning

A new bill would give employers a lot more freedom with their wellness program requests — and essentially override the protections under GINA. . The Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act (H.R. Currently, employers are prohibited from requesting this type of info under GINA. At odds with GINA. family medical history.

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Refusal to Undergo Medical Exam Tanks Michigan Worker’s ADA Claim

HR Daily Advisor

In 2007 and 2008, he alleged that a coworker made disparaging comments about his national origin (Mexican) and complained to his union chairman and supervisor. He was reprimanded twice in early 2008 for failing to carry out his job duties. Sam was cleared by his doctors and returned to work on March 25, 2008.

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My Take: Macroeconomic uncertainty makes a return thanks to the coronavirus

GetFive

The consumer reaction to the promotion was well beyond anyone’s expectations and the domestic car industry posted all-time record sales in the month of October. Glassdoor’s anonymous review site was first launching in 2008 and didn’t have the influence on employer reputations it has today. Others makers followed.