As a result of a recently passed bill aimed at improving pay equity and wage transparency, large employers in New York City may soon be required to submit pay and demographic information to the city.
New requirements involving pay data reporting, pay transparency, workplace notices, paid family leave, civil penalties for wage theft and more are coming soon to California.
The Washington Supreme Court has ruled that any job applicant may bring a lawsuit against an employer that violates the state's pay transparency law, potentially opening employers up to an increase in lawsuits and damages.
Overturning a federal district court, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has held that the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) was constitutionally enacted and may be enforced against the state of Texas.
Delaware may soon join the group of states that require employers to include pay information in job postings. A pay transparency bill has passed the legislature and awaits signature by Gov. Matt Meyer.
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).
News: HR and legal considerations for employers regarding federal, state and local equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws, including discrimination, harassment and fair pay.