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Was Graveyard Shift Transfer a Result of Discrimination?

HR Daily Advisor

A federal judge in Aberdeen, Mississippi recently heard an employee’s claims that she was rescheduled to the graveyard shift as a result of discrimination and that she had been subjected to a hostile work environment. To state a claim for discrimination, an employee must demonstrate that she suffered an adverse employment action.

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New California Employment Laws Effective Now, Coming January 1

HRWatchdog

It’s the first day of October, which means the leaves are starting to turn red and orange, pumpkin spice is everywhere, everyone is looking longingly at their sweaters — and new employment laws are here! Employers must also notify their local public health department if an “outbreak” occurs at the worksite.

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Listen Closely! 5th Circuit Court Hears Stuttering Employee’s ADA Claims

HR Daily Advisor

However, the court rejected his claims, finding the employers didn’t have sufficient knowledge of his disability and he didn’t show that either employer failed to take prompt remedial action to address the alleged harassment. 2017 WL 3014429 (5th Cir., 5th Circuit’s Decision. Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.,

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The EEOC has released its enforcement playbook for the next four years. Want a peek?

The Employer Handbook

Under the existing plan, which expires at the end of this year, the EEOC has articulated six priorities: Eliminating barriers in recruitment and hiring; Protecting immigrant, migrant and other vulnerable workers; Addressing emerging and developing employment discrimination issues; Enforcing equal pay laws; Preserving access to the legal system; and.

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The EEOC has released its enforcement playbook for the next four years. Want a peek?

The Employer Handbook

Under the existing plan, which expires at the end of this year, the EEOC has articulated six priorities: Eliminating barriers in recruitment and hiring; Protecting immigrant, migrant and other vulnerable workers; Addressing emerging and developing employment discrimination issues; Enforcing equal pay laws; Preserving access to the legal system; and.

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National Origin, Discrimination, and Employers—Oh, My!

HR Daily Advisor

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents or other law enforcement officials show up at your place of employment to arrest a noncitizen worker? Are your I-9 practices consistent with federal law? Below is guidance on some of the more common national origin discrimination issues that may confront employers.

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The 12 Days of Employment Law Christmas (2017 edition)

Ohio Employer's Law

For the past five Noels, I’ve concluded my posting year with “The 12 Days of Employment Law Christmas.” As this has become a year-end tradition at the blog, I’m sharing it again (with updated verses and links). On the first day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me. Some musical accompaniment).