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98% of businesses have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from 5% in 2002, report finds

HR Brew

Almost all (98%) participating businesses now have gender identity and sexual orientation non-discrimination policies, up from just 5% when the index began in 2002. The organization released its annual Corporate Equality Index (CEI) today, with 1,449 participating companies75 more than last yearincluding 376 of the Fortune 500.

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EEOC issues new discrimination guidance: 11 things you must know

HR Morning

The new guidance covers national origin discrimination, and it has replaced the EEOC’s 2002 compliance manual section on that topic. Of course, employers already know they can’t discriminate against individuals on the basis of their national origin. Discrimination based on “perceived” national origin is illegal.

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4 Ways to Create an LGBT Friendly Workplace

Cornerstone On Demand

While this number may seem small, note that a reported 50 percent of LGBT workers choose not to disclose their sexual orientation at work out of fear they might miss out on promotions, be discriminated against or treated differently. While inclusive policies have improved, corporate America still has a long way to go.

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Lithuania’s Path Toward Shrinking the Gender Pay Gap Under EU Directive

Trusaic

Lithuania’s Labour Code was introduced on June 4, 2002. Account for intersectional discrimination in pay practices and consider the needs of workers with disabilities. In cases of alleged pay discrimination, the burden of proof shifts to the employer. Lithuania introduced pay transparency requirements in July 2019.

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Latvia’s Path Toward Shrinking the Gender Pay Gap Under EU Directive

Trusaic

Latvia’s Labour Law came into force on June 1, 2002. Account for intersectional discrimination in pay practices and consider the needs of workers with disabilities. In cases of alleged pay discrimination, the burden of proof shifts to the employer. Latvia introduced mandatory wage transparency in job postings in 2018.

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Workers’ Comp: Ways to Protect Employee’s Health Benefits

HRWatchdog

This issue was decided in 2002, yet the question continues to come up. In 2002, however, the entire panel of workers’ compensation judges decided in the case of Navarro v. Workers’ Comp Ruling. Workers’ Comp Ruling.

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Closing the Gender Pay Gap: Why Women Can’t Wait Another 50 Years

Trusaic

That’s up only 2 percent since 2002. Colorado’s amended Equal Pay Act updates pay transparency requirements for job listings while doubling the period for back pay for successful pay discrimination claims. The burden of proof is on employers to prove there is no pay discrimination. The law takes effect January 1, 2024.