The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a guidance document providing examples of workplace programs and practices it considers to constitute unlawful discrimination in the guise of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
Updated to reflect Delaware law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of military status, effective July 23, 2025; Louisiana law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of military status, effective August 1, 2025; and Minneapolis law prohibiting hairstyle discrimination and discrimination based on housing status, justice-impacted status, height and weight, effective August 1, 2025.
HR and legal considerations for employers regarding federal, state and local equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws, including discrimination, harassment and fair pay.