Discrimination and Harassment

Widely Publicized But Narrow Ruling by U.S. Supreme Court Has Limited Practical Impact on Employers

Earlier this week, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its much-anticipated ruling in a closely watched case about a Colorado baker

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U.S. Senate Joins House of Representatives in Approving Bill To Strengthen Anti-Harassment Protection of Congressional Employees

In the wake of sexual harassment charges involving several prominent members of Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation

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State and Local Employment Law Round-Up, Spring 2018 Edition

NT Lakis attorneys are pleased to present the latest edition of our periodic State and Local Employment Law Round-Up highlighting

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Considering Applicants’ Criminal History in Selection Decisions: An Update on the Law

In the ensuing years since the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its comprehensive Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of

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OFCCP Settlement Update: Agency’s Current Focus Continues To Be on Resolving “Aged” Audits

NT Lakis attorneys are pleased to present our latest summary of recent financial settlements arising from OFCCP complaints and compliance

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Divided Seventh Circuit Rules That Applicants Can Sue for Disparate Impact Discrimination Under ADEA, Creating Circuit Split

A divided three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled recently that the federal Age

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Eleventh Circuit’s Ruling Provides Guidance on Higher Standard Required To Justify Award of Damages in a Title VII Case

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled recently that a jury improperly awarded a sex discrimination victim

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Two Recent High-Profile Court Settlements Highlight Potential Cost Exposure Employers Can Face for Alleged Pay Discrimination

A federal judge in California recently gave preliminary approval to a $10 million settlement between Uber and a class of

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States Begin To Enact NDA/Arbitration Restrictions in Response to #MeToo Movement

A number of states have recently considered legislation restricting the right of employers to use Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs) and/or mandatory

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