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Watch Out California Employers: SB 1162 On Track To Become Law

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Still, SB 1162 requires employers to report median and mean hourly rates within each job category and for each combination of gender race/ethnicity, strengthening the DFEH’s ability to identify pay discrimination in employer compensation systems. . What organizations should do to prepare.

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How Serious are OFCCP Equal Pay Penalties? Very.

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The Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) just won a significant equal pay victory against WMS Solutions, LLC, a staffing company focusing on asbestos abatement. Of the $960,905 that the company must pay, $179,907 must go to remedy pay discrimination. The remainder is to remedy systemic hiring discrimination.

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World Cup Champions U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Fights for Pay Equity

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As issues of gender and racial inequality took center stage in 2020, leaders in leagues such as the NFL, NBA, and NWSL made headlines for their stances in support of movements pushing for a more just and equitable society. Still, from an organizational viewpoint, bad PR is a costly means of compliance and negotiation.

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2024 Mid-Year Legal Updates: How to Comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act 

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The PWFA is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. This law expands upon the protections offered by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) by focusing on accommodations rather than simply prohibiting discrimination.

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Is Hiring Teens a Good Alternative to a Tight Labor Market?

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In fact, the Department of Labor issued more than $1 million in penalties for child labor violations among 190 employers in the Southeast region alone between 2020-2021. This could backfire by having the appearance of age discrimination. Related articles: Is Hiring Teens a Good Alternative to a Tight Labor Market?

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Pay Transparency 101: Four Ways Your Company Will Benefit 

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Increased Trust and Engagement : Promotes fairness: Pay transparency can help to reduce suspicions of pay discrimination by demonstrating that compensation is based on objective criteria. Regulatory Environment Gender and pay equity: There are many laws that prohibit discrimination based on gender in terms of pay and benefits.

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Leveraging AI for HR Efficiency and Compliance 

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Leveraging AI for HR Efficiency and Compliance February 27th, 2025 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn FAQ 1. What once seemed like a futuristic concept is now a present-day reality, as HR professionals can leverage AI to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and maintain compliance.