In tough economic times, employees desperate for extra income might say they're willing to forgo overtime pay – but that doesn’t make it legal. A past case out of Ohio shows how even well-intended arrangements can lead to hefty penalties…
Employment Law
A leaked spreadsheet helped secure a $28 million equal pay settlement. Here’s what happened, according to a press release from Gunn Coble LLP, a civil rights law firm in Los Angeles. Google has agreed to pay $28 million to settle…
A joint letter signed by the attorneys general of 16 states clarifies their support for DEI programs, noting the "important role of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts … in creating and maintaining legally compliant and thriving workplaces." Massachusetts AG…
In a final rule, the Department of Homeland Security increased the penalties for violations of federal immigration law. With enforcement of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) on this rise, it's crucial to ensure compliance so you can steer clear…
Mastercard, Inc. has agreed to pay $26 million to settle a pay discrimination lawsuit filed by female, Black and Hispanic employees. The complaint alleged Mastercard’s compensation, promotion and assignment practices had an adverse impact on female, Black and Hispanic employees…
DoorDash has agreed to pay $16.75 million to settle a dispute involving its practices on handling delivery workers’ tips, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced in a press release. Here’s what happened, according to an investigation by the Office…
We recently gave you a heads-up about all the EEOC changes since President Trump returned to the White House. One notable change: Trump appointed Andrea Lucas as Acting Chair of the EEOC. Shortly after Lucas assumed control, she outlined her…
We're only halfway through winter, so Jack Frost isn’t quite finished with us yet. In other words, now’s a good time to review your inclement weather policies and examine your legal obligations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) –…
Employers are facing higher penalty amounts in 2025 for violations of several employment laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The information came in a final rule released by the Department of Labor (DOL) at the beginning of…
A recent – and unanimous – U.S. Supreme Court ruling is good news for employers. The Court decided that employers are not required to meet a higher standard of proof to show that employees are exempt from certain pay provisions…
You already understand the need to have new hire paperwork, such as Form I-9, in order. Now with the spotlight on illegal immigration, that has become more pressing. One of President Donald Trump's new executive orders, Protecting the American People…
As a finance professional, you can probably imagine the stress of an EEOC investigation and lawsuit. Two new reports from the agency show just how difficult things can get for employers. For example, if your company was on the wrong…
