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Federal Court Strikes Down Key Portions of EEOC Harassment Guidance

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On May 15, a Texas federal court vacated portions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace, concluding that the agency’s expanded interpretation of “sex”...more

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EEOC Issues Updated Workplace Harassment Guidance

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC or Commission) on Sept. 29, 2023, proposed updated workplace harassment guidance reflecting notable changes in the law, including the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in...more

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Harassment Prevention Tweaks For Our Weird Times

What should employers be watching for? Since COVID hit in full force in March 2020, many employees started working from home and having work-related discussions -- and even parties -- via videoconference. Now that people...more

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EEOC Locks onto Bostock: New Guidance on Sexual Orientation and Other Gender Issues

You may recall our blog post last summer recapping the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia that held discrimination based on sexual orientation is prohibited by Title VII.  After that decision,...more

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EEOC’s New Guidance Regarding Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Workplace Discrimination

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced new resources to aid employers and employees in understanding the EEOC’s position regarding sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination....more

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Family Ranch, Inc. Settles EEOC Sex Discrimination Charge for $55,000

Central Valley Farm Labor Contractor Discriminated Against LGBT Employees, Federal Agency Charged - FRESNO, Calif. – Family Ranch, Inc., a Central Valley farm labor contractor, has settled a federal charge of sex...more

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Anti-LGBTQ Bias – Not Just for Employment – So Don’t Discriminate in Housing, Health Care, Education, or Accommodations Either

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When the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last year (in the “Bostock” case) that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from discrimination based on sexual orientation and transgender status, many predicted the...more

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Labor & Employment Law: Vermont and Federal Legislative Update

Downs Rachlin Martin labor and employment attorneys Amy Resnick and Andrea Wright highlight key Vermont and Federal legislative updates from 2020 that impact HR professionals. They walk through: Vermont minimum wage...more

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The Impact Of The U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision In Bostock On LGBT Discrimination In The Workplace: Practical Tips For Japanese...

On June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark civil rights decision, holding that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of...more

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The Employment Law Landscape in 2020

2019 was a busy year for lawmakers across the nation, underscoring the need for employers to remain apprised of all the new laws that will be taking effect in 2020. Below we summarize some of the significant developments...more

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Top 50 Workplace Law Stories Of 2018

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It’s hard to keep up with the news these days. It sometimes feels like you can’t step away from your phone, computer, or TV for more than an hour or so without a barrage of new information hitting the headlines—and you’re...more

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The BakerHostetler Quarterly New York Employment Newsletter

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Welcome to the second edition of The BakerHostetler Quarterly New York Employment Law Newsletter. We are pleased to share our analysis of some key employment trends, in-depth discussions regarding recent developments and what...more

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Revamping Your Anti-Harassment Programs

In the wake of the #MeToo movement, I have clients wanting to know what they can do both to improve their workplace and protect themselves. They all have good policies and regularly train supervisors and employees on them. So...more

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EEOC Earns First-Ever Title VII Court Win In LGBT Discrimination Case - 3 Things Employers Need To Know About Landmark LGBT Ruling

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The federal watchdog agency that oversees federal antidiscrimination law just scored a milestone victory when a judge awarded $55,500 to a telemarketer who alleged to have been forced off the job because of sexual orientation...more

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EEOC Scores Victory in Sexual Orientation Discrimination Lawsuit

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In recent years, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has increasingly focused its enforcement initiatives on prohibiting sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace. Now, the agency has a concrete...more

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Web Exclusive: The Changing Face Of Discrimination

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As all hospitality employers know, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of “sex.” However, the statute does not specifically mention sexual orientation or gender identity. What does...more

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