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Federal Agencies Issue Guidance Identifying DEI Policies and Practices That May Be Unlawful

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Last month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) issued guidance that aims to educate the public about conduct and programs related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)...more

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EEOC & DOJ New Guidance on DEI-Related Discrimination: What Does it Mean for Employers?

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On March 19, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Department of Justice issued guidance addressing unlawful discrimination related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) in the workplace. Although DEI is...more

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EEOC and DOJ Guidance on DEI

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently published guidance to clarify what it regards as “discriminatory” DEI programs. The EEOC’s guide for employees is titled “What To Do If You Experience...more

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Managing Workplace Civility during Trying Times

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With this week marking a change in federal administration, emotions and opinions are running high across the country. There is bound to be a heated discussion in the breakroom or on team message boards....more

Husch Blackwell LLP

Creating Inclusive Work Environments for Native American and Indigenous Employees: Harmful Terminology to Keep Out of the Modern...

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In our ever-evolving world, fostering cultural sensitivity is paramount for creating inclusive and respectful work environments and minimizing legal risks. Language plays a crucial role in shaping our perceptions, and...more

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Sixth Circuit Rules That Accommodation Requests Under the ADA Can Be Inferred Without Explicit Employee Request

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Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, which lowered the threshold for employees to demonstrate discrimination under Title VII, the Sixth Circuit has expanded the scope of what employers...more

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DEI Training Videos Did Not Create Hostile Work Environment

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Employers’ diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have faced recent pushback from employees and others who claim that the contents of training falsely accuse them of systemic bias based on their race....more

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Celebrating Responsibly: HR's Legal Checklist for Holiday Party Success

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As the holiday season begins, many companies are gearing up to celebrate the year's achievements with a festive workplace holiday party. While these events provide an excellent opportunity for team bonding and camaraderie, HR...more

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UK: Non-visible Disabilities at Work: How to Take Action and Make an Impact

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Approximately 23% of the working-age population in the UK reported that they were disabled in January to March 2023 (so almost 1 in 4 working people), and it is estimated 70-80% of disabilities are non-visible. With this...more

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SuperVision - Labor and Employment Law Insights, Issue 1, April 2023

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Severance: Labor Board Prohibits Employers from Restricting Employee Speech in Severance Agreements - In the Apple TV+ show Severance, employees of Lumon Industries may agree to a "severance" program in which non-work...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Constangy Webinar - DEI Audits: Tools to Enhance Your DEI Practices

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Constangy partners Cara Crotty and Lara de Leon presented a webinar on the importance of DEI and provided suggestions on what organizations can do to determine whether its efforts are fostering a diverse, equitable, and...more

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Dear Littler: Must we accommodate an employee’s religious views in every instance?

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Dear Littler: I’m an HR representative at an advertising agency based in New York City. We have a question about a religiously vocal employee. Recently she has made her opinions on homosexuality known to her entire...more

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Dear Littler: How do we handle “mask shaming” when we return to work?

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Dear Littler:  I am the VP of Culture, Inclusion & Belonging at a mid-size firm in the financial sector. With a pending Return to Office (RTO) date for most of our workforce just a few weeks away, I want to get ahead of an...more

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UK Tribunal Rules - ‘Stale’ Standalone Training Proves Insufficient Defence to Race Harassment Claim

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Under section 109(1) of the Equality Act 2010 (EA 2010), an employer is liable for acts of discrimination, harassment, and victimisation carried out by its employees in the course of employment: “[a]nything done by a person...more

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UK Employment Appeal Tribunal Ruling a Warning to Employers to Revisit Equality Training

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With growing reports of an increase in online harassment during government-imposed pandemic lockdowns, a recent UK Employment Appeal Tribunal case alerts employers to their obligations with respect to tackling bullying,...more

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Tips for employers to avoid holiday party headaches

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While office holiday parties provide employees with an opportunity to celebrate a successful year with their colleagues, they can also cause headaches for employers. With some advanced planning, employers can minimize their...more

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