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Responsibility and Power: Tackling Sexual Harassment at Work

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Combatting workplace sexual harassment starts at the top, with those in leadership positions. They have the unique ability to set the organisational culture, and yet statistics in Peru reveal a troubling reality. A...more

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Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

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Nothing catches people’s attention like a high-profile, drama-filled lawsuit. Not every employer will deal with a Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni-level feud, but discrimination and harassment lawsuits arise in all types of work...more

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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025

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The allure of doing business in California is undeniable. It is the world’s fifth (and moving towards fourth) largest economy and a market of over 39 million people. For employers, however, California presents unique...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Don’t End Up on The Naughty List This Year: Reminders for Employers As We Enter Holiday Season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The season’s greetings provide us with time to gather and reflect on the accomplishments and triumphs of ourselves and our peers. With a season so festive and spirits so bright, let’s...more

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Employers in England, Scotland, and Wales Have New Obligation to Prevent Sexual Harassment

Beginning 26 October 2024, employers in England, Scotland, and Wales will be under a new obligation to take “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment of workers in the course of their employment. Details regarding this...more

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Ley 2365: Protección de víctimas de acoso sexual en el ámbito laboral y educativo en Colombia

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El Congreso de Colombia el 20 de junio de 2024, promulgó la Ley 2365 de 2024, con el objetivo de garantizar el derecho fundamental a la igualdad y prevenir la discriminación y violencia de género mediante medidas de...more

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Utah Enacts H.B. 55, Impacting the Use of Confidentiality Clauses in Employment Settlement Agreements

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On March 13, 2024, Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill (H.B.) 55 into law, making Utah the latest state to restrict the use of certain nondisclosure and non-disparagement agreements relating to sexual assault or sexual...more

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Guide to Discrimination Law in Hong Kong

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Introduction - GENERAL OVERVIEW - Hong Kong employers and employees have become increasingly aware of their rights and obligations under the anti-discrimination legislation since the passing of the Sex Discrimination...more

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Employer Responsibilities: Addressing Inappropriate Text Messages and Protecting Against Sexual Harassment Claims

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Employers have a duty to investigate and take appropriate remedial action if an employee complains that another employee texted inappropriate pictures or messages, even if those text messages were sent after regular work...more

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EEOC-Proposed Workplace Harassment Guidance Broadens Definition of ‘Harassment’

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released earlier this month updated proposed guidance on harassment in the workplace, largely based on developments in applicable case law and societal trends coming out of...more

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EEOC Releases Draft Enforcement Guidance on Workplace Harassment and Invites Comment

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Seyfarth Synopsis: On October 2, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) published notice of its “PROPOSED Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace” (“draft enforcement guidance”) in the Federal...more

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[Webinar] The Changing Face (and Hair!) of Discrimination and Harassment Claims in Texas - September 20th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT

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The state of Texas is experiencing some Texas-size changes in discrimination and harassment law, including changes to where claims can be filed, who can sue whom, and what standards are used. Join Houston office managing...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

'Speak Out Act' Is the Latest #MeToo Law to Impact Firms

Key Points - The new law prohibits judicial enforcement of confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions with respect to sexual harassment and sexual assault disputes. The law covers provisions entered into before...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Good policies, good results – have you checked yours lately?

A recent opinion from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit provides good reason for employers to make a robust effort at maintaining and disseminating a policy against discrimination and harassment....more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

State & Local Employment Law Developments: Q3 2022

The trend of increasing workplace regulations by state and local governments continued throughout the third quarter of 2022. Although it is not possible to discuss all state and local laws, this update provides an overview of...more

Morgan, Brown & Joy, LLP

New York Establishes Hotline for Sexual Harassment Complaints and Expands Prohibition on Retaliation

In March 2022, New York amended the New York State Human Rights Law (the “NYSHRL”) to require the New York State Division of Human Rights (“Division”) to establish a statewide, toll-free confidential hotline to provide...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

How Law Limiting Arbitration Agreements for Sexual Assault, Harassment Claims Affects Construction

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In an industry often targeted by anti-discrimination agencies, construction industry employers need to be aware of a new law that makes it more difficult to enforce existing arbitration agreements for sexual assault and...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

[Webinar] Navigating the EEOC: From Start to Finish - June 15th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Employers recognize that creating a welcoming and diverse workplace enhances performance. But what happens when employees file discrimination or harassment charges? The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (the “EEOC”) is...more

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Chicago Updates its Anti-Harassment Law

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On April 27, 2022, the Chicago City Council amended the city’s sexual harassment ordinance with the express purpose of promoting zero tolerance of violence and harassment in the workplace.  The amendments will be part of the...more

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Chicago City Council Expands Sexual Harassment Laws

On April 27, 2022, the Chicago City Council passed Ordinance 2022-665 (the “Ordinance”) amending the Municipal Code to enhance the City’s prohibitions on sexual harassment in the workplace. The amendments include, among other...more

Fenwick & West LLP

May 2022 Legislative Roundup

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California Lawmakers Propose a Four-Day Workweek - The California State Assembly introduced AB 2932, a bill that would shorten the regular workweek for California workers from 40 hours to 32 hours for businesses with 500+...more

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New York State Amends Its Workplace Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Laws

On March 16, 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law two amendments to the State’s workplace anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws. First, the New York State Human Rights Law (“NYSHRL”), New York...more

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Is an Emoji Worth a Thousand Words? The Impact of Emojis in the Workplace

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Work does not always occur within the physical confines of a workplace.  Indeed, due to the interconnectivity of today’s world, work often takes place in the digital space, where employees regularly use pictorial icons and...more

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New York Enacts Laws Further Addressing Workplace Harassment and Discrimination

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Key Takeaways - On March 16, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed three new laws to further combat workplace harassment and discrimination. The three laws: Establish a confidential hotline for complaints of workplace...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] 30th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance Conference - January 25th - 26th, New York, NY

ACI’s Forum on Employment Practices Liability Insurance is returning to New York City on January 25 – 26, 2022! IN-PERSON and LIVESTREAM options available. This annual conference is the one-stop, must-attend meeting place...more

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