Most people would generally agree that discriminating on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, or similar factors is a bad thing to do – indeed, that it’s “unfair” within the common meaning ...

This year, White House Executive Orders, federal agency guidance, court decisions and other legal developments have had consequential impacts for employers and businesses. With the end of 2025 quickly ...

Last year, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed 143 merits lawsuits, 25 of which were systemic, and resolved 98 suits obtaining over $22.6 million in monetary relief for ...

Confirm that the employer’s policies prohibiting discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Make any necessary updates. Ensure that the ...

Wrongful termination includes being fired for discriminatory reasons, violations of the FMLA or as retaliation for legal complaints. Key federal laws such as the Civil Rights Act, ADA, ADEA and PDA ...

White individuals and straight people do not need to meet a higher burden of proof than members of minority groups to prevail in employment discrimination suits, the Supreme Court held June 5. The ...

Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has temporarily halted ...