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Evaluating Merit-Based Employment Decisions Under the New Administration

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A number of DCI blogs and resources have summarized recent executive actions across the employment landscape. One theme across these actions is an emphasis on “merit-based” decision making. Although not explicitly defined, we...more

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Supreme Court Debates U.S. Government’s Race and Ethnicity Categories: What Employers Need to Know

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States struck down affirmative action in college admissions, leaving employers to wrestle with the implications of the decision for various diversity, equity, and inclusion...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Illegal or ill-mannered? Title VII meets Ms. Manners

Is it discriminatory to discipline employees for wearing #BLM face masks? When does Supervisor Karen cross the line from rude into discrimination? And join us to count down the top eight things you should never, ever say in...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

New California Law Prohibits Discrimination on the Basis of Natural Hair

Earlier this month, California’s governor signed into law the Creating a Respectful and Open Workplace for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act. The new law is the first of its kind in the U.S. Beginning January 1, 2020, it will prohibit...more

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Sixth Circuit Approves Fee Award Against the EEOC for Meritless Criminal Record Action

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A divided Sixth Circuit panel affirmed the district court decision in EEOC v. Peoplemark, Inc., (Case No. 11-2582) assessing fees and costs against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) totaling $751,942.48 for...more

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