Racism and Recruiting
America has a long and painful history of racism. Lately, the news has served as a reminder of this history, while alerting the nation’s citizens there are still steps to take on the road to equality.
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Magnetic Attraction
What does it take to become a talent magnet?
Step #7—Reality Check (Don’t Forget This)
Yesterday’s Advisor featured the first six things to do before you recruit. Today, we’ll go over the final four.
Single Racial Slur Can Establish Harassment Claim in 3rd Circuit
Recently, the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals—which covers Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—ruled that to establish a claim of workplace harassment under the civil rights statute known as Section 1981, the discrimination need only be “severe or pervasive,” which can be satisfied by a single racial slur when it’s so extreme that it “amount[s] […]
Is Minor ‘Offensive’ Conduct Enough to Prove Hostile Environment?
The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals—which covers Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee—recently heard a case from a female doctor asserting gender discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation citing a manager’s comments as “offensive.”
Iowa Court Decision Blurs Definition of Disability in Workers’ Comp Cases
A recent decision from the Iowa Court of Appeals should cause Iowa employers to hit pause on routine decisions relating to workers’ compensation claimants. The decision, Vetter v. Iowa Department of Natural Resources, effectively dismantled the definition of “disability” for disability discrimination claims.
Welcoming Transgender Individuals in the Workplace
Recently, President Trump sought to ban transgender individuals from serving in the military via a series of tweets that included reference to “the tremendous medical costs and disruption that transgender in the military would entail.” So far, the ban doesn’t appear to be taking place, but it has raised concerns among transgender people everywhere.
Employee Voluntarily Quits, Could She Be Eligible for Unemployment Benefits?
A New Jersey appellate recently heard claims from a former employee who alleged that she felt compelled to resign because of her supervisor’s inappropriate comments and other workplace disputes. Was the employee entitled to unemployment benefits?
Fired Learning Consultant with Performance Problems Points to Racial Bias
A recent case highlights the importance of making sure that supervisors and managers are properly trained on documenting performance problems and personnel decisions.
Does Mine Supervisor with Bad Back Have Disability Bias Claim?
Terminated employees who sue often file claims for unlawful discrimination and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Recently, the Alaska Supreme Court analyzed how a claim for breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing relates to a disability discrimination claim. The court also considered when evidence is sufficient […]