Labor and Employment

Trump Diversity Training Order Roils HR Depts, Triggers Lawsuit

An executive order prohibiting “divisive concepts” in diversity training has caused confusion and discord in HR and legal departments, and […]

Remote Work, Employee Well-Being And COVID-19

The COVID pandemic has been a catalyst for changes in the workplace, none more consequential than the increase in remote […]

Would Employers Get Sued Over Mandatory Vaccinations?

No Covid vaccine has yet been FDA approved, but some employers are already asking whether they will be able to […]

U of Iowa Sued Over Alleged Racism In Football Program

In October, an attorney representing eight former University of Iowa football players demanded a $20 million payout for the plaintiffs […]

Former Abbott Labs VP Took Covid Trade Secrets, Company Alleges

In a lawsuit filed in the Northern District of Illinois, Abbott Laboratories has accused a former VP of “absconding to […]

No Privilege For Lawyer Doubling As HR Chief

An in-house attorney moved through company ranks to become Director of Human Resources. However, she continued to provide legal advice […]

Remote Work, Employee Well-Being and COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for fundamental workplace change globally; but at least in the area of remote […]

Is Internet Gaming Addictive?

Although gaming disorder was defined as an addiction by the World Health Organization in 2018, and that designation has been […]

Why Employers Are Vulnerable To “Take-Home” Covid Lawsuits

It’s a growing litigation niche that could generate billions in liabilities, following a pattern that became familiar in asbestos litigation. These cases allege company liability “even though the plaintiff…

Expect Pandemic-Related Addiction Among Employees

The coronavirus pandemic is dominating the news, but the current addiction epidemic is critical as well. In fact, the two […]

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