Employment & Labor
Workplace law, discrimination, labor relations, and workforce regulation
Judge Denies Injunction in Meta AI Layoff Discrimination Suit
A federal judge denies temporary injunction blocking Meta layoffs alleged to target workers on protected leave using AI, underscoring employment law challenges.
Abbott Employees Sue Over Higher Costs for Same Health Coverage
Abbott Laboratories faces a class-action lawsuit by employees alleging unfair charges for identical health plans, raising legal concerns on benefit administration.
Fifth Circuit Rules No Duty to Mitigate Emotional Distress in Title VII Cases
The Fifth Circuit clarifies that Title VII plaintiffs need not mitigate emotional distress damages, affecting employment law damage standards nationwide.
California Launches AI-Unemployment Tracker to Address Workforce Impact
California launches AI-Unemployment Tracker and executive orders to monitor and mitigate AI's impact on workforce and labor laws, setting precedent nationwide.
Meta Employees Sue Over AI-Driven Layoff Process Alleging Discrimination
Meta employees sue over AI system 'Metamate' used in layoffs, alleging violations of FMLA and ADA, highlighting legal risks in AI-driven HR practices.
Uber Faces Illinois Lawsuit Over Biometric Data Use to Adjust Fares
Uber is sued in Illinois for allegedly using drivers' biometric data without consent to manipulate fares, raising privacy and labor law issues for gig economy lawyers.
EEOC Rescinds 1979 Affirmative Action Guidance, Changing Employment Law
The EEOC withdrew its 1979 affirmative action guidelines, reshaping employer compliance and diversity practices nationwide.
Ninth Circuit Rules Ex-Netflix Employee Must Arbitrate Sexual Harassment Case
Ninth Circuit holds that California's arbitration block law does not apply retroactively, requiring ex-Netflix employee to arbitrate sexual harassment claims under pre-existing agreement.
Texas Court Partially Rules for Dallas College in Faculty Discrimination Case
A Texas federal court partially granted summary judgment to Dallas College in a Title VII retaliation claim involving a former professor's alleged forced resignation.
New Workplace Investigation Risks Heighten Employer Legal Exposure
Recent rulings and expert advice show how mishandled workplace investigations increase legal risks for employers in harassment and safety cases.
California Court Dismisses Whistleblower Retaliation Claim Against Pfizer
Northern District of California rules for Pfizer, dismissing whistleblower retaliation claim due to predating employee performance issues under Labor Code Section 1102.5.
Judge Dismisses Asthma Claims Against USPS Over Mail Carrier’s Pepper Spray
A federal judge rejected asthma claims linked to a USPS mail carrier's pepper spray use on a dog, underscoring causation challenges in public liability cases.
EEOC Rescinds 1979 Guidelines Protecting Voluntary Affirmative Action Plans
The EEOC rescinded 1979 guidelines on voluntary affirmative action, urging employers to reassess diversity programs under updated Title VII enforcement.
Illinois, Texas, Colorado Set AI Bias Audit Rules for HR by 2025
Illinois, Texas, and Colorado pass laws requiring bias audits for AI in HR decisions, shaping legal compliance for employers and counsel.
Ninth Circuit Revives Religious Discrimination Suit Against Alaska Airlines Union
Ninth Circuit allows Christian flight attendants' religious discrimination claims against Alaska Airlines and its union to proceed to trial.
9th Circuit Upholds Cocom v. ABM Aviation Arbitration Agreement in California
The 9th Circuit affirms limited employment arbitration agreements, clarifying enforcement and unconscionability under California law.
As You Sow Sues to Force EEOC to Resume EEO-1 Data Collection
As You Sow files FOIA lawsuit demanding EEOC continue collecting detailed workforce demographic data vital for enforcing equal employment laws.
EEOC Approves Revised National Enforcement Plan for FY 2025–29
The EEOC approved its National Enforcement Plan for fiscal years 2025–2029, focusing on intentional workplace discrimination and litigation priorities.
EU Court Rules Anti-Vaccine Views Are Opinions, Not Protected Beliefs
The CJEU rejected an Italian officer's claim that anti-vaccine views are protected beliefs under EU law, clarifying employment discrimination limits.
Illinois, NYC, Connecticut Tighten AI Rules in Hiring and Employment
Illinois, NYC, and Connecticut enact laws regulating AI in employment decisions, focusing on disclosure and anti-discrimination to enhance fairness.