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Alt-Right Protests: Guidance for HR on Employees’ Off-Duty Conduct

HR Daily Advisor

So an employer in California is prohibited from taking action against an employee for “carrying a ‘white power’ sign” at a lawful rally, but an employer can legally terminate someone for “busting heads,” according to Mark I. Many states don’t have laws protecting off-duty conduct, but employers still can face dilemmas.

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How AI Can Remove Bias From The Hiring Process And Promote Diversity And Inclusion

Thrive Global

In recent years, diversity and inclusion (D&I) have emerged as a critically important issue and focus to ensure the success of work cultures and organizations large and small around the world. Increased diversity in the workplace leads to a more productive, creative and higher-performing workforce with less turnover.

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EEOC Issues National Origin Guidance

HRWatchdog

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued updated enforcement guidance on national origin discrimination. This guidance was last updated in 2002. While not binding, the EEOC guidance shows how EEOC personnel will enforce the law and review presented claims. Not a member? See how HRCalifornia can help you.

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These Employment Laws Work to Safeguard Pay Equity for All

HR Digest

Employment laws are constantly evolving and pay equity remains a hot topic of discussion. While stable sounds like a positive word, their research implies that the pay inequality between men and women is similar to the numbers from 2002, with women earning 82 percent of what their male counterparts earn.

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Is Sexual Orientation Protected by Federal Law?

HR Daily Advisor

City of Providence , contributes to a widening division among federal courts about whether Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964—which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin—covers discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. She rose through the ranks quickly.

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What kind of DOL can we expect under R. Alexander Acosta?

HR Morning

Acosta comes to the position with an impressive and diverse background. He’s also been through three Senate confirmation hearings, including his 2002 appointment to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Impressive background. He was a former Assistant Attorney General in the George W. Bush administration and a U.S.

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WIRTW #449 (the “do-over” edition)

Ohio Employer's Law

He served a well regarded term on the National Labor Relations Board from from 2002 to 2003. He is currently a law school dean. Once confirmed, he will become the first Hispanic-American member of Trump’s cabinet, bringing some much needed diversity to the table. via Eric Meyer’s The Employer Handbook Blog.