Dec 24, 2023 | Compliance
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently settled with a shipping company following allegations of race-based hiring discrimination across five of its facilities. This conciliation agreement includes a substantial payment...
Dec 23, 2023 | Compliance
By John D. Prendergast with Jackson Lewis P.C. The National Labor Relations Board has announced that the effective date of its new “joint employer” final rule is postponed by two months. The announcement coincides with several legal challenges to the rule, previously...
Dec 22, 2023 | Compliance
Recently, a construction contractor, faced significant penalties after an investigation by the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) revealed unlawful termination of an employee. The incident occurred in March 2023 at the company’s site in...
Dec 22, 2023 | Compliance
In a recent development, a popular fast-food restaurant has reached a settlement of $400,000 with three former crew members to resolve a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The federal agency accused the...
Dec 21, 2023 | Compliance
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently agreed with an air conditioning and refrigeration business to address allegations of race-based hiring discrimination. This conciliation follows a compliance review revealing...
Dec 21, 2023 | Compliance
In the bustling landscape of business operations, ensuring workplace safety remains a critical priority. Recent events, such as the case involving a roofing contractor, highlight the ramifications of neglecting safety protocols. The U.S. Department of Labor’s...
