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fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Fair Work Agency's priorities criticised days before its launch

Sharon Graham, the general secretary of Unite, stated that the priorities showed the agency was in danger of being a dead duck before it even begins. For too long, workers have borne the brunt of disreputable employers who have had carte blanche.
UK politics
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

No mediocre worker is safe the bar for keeping your job just went up

Companies are replacing underperforming employees with better talent due to constrained hiring budgets and a focus on maximizing performance.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

DLA Piper Headed To Trial Over Firing Of Mom-To-Be - Above the Law

DLA Piper faces trial over allegations of firing an associate for taking maternity leave, challenging its employment practices and discrimination claims.
#trump-administration
Higher education
fromAP News
1 day ago

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren't considering race in admissions

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's data collection on race in college admissions, citing a rushed process and potential privacy risks.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
1 day ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Higher education
fromAP News
1 day ago

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren't considering race in admissions

A federal judge halted the Trump administration's data collection on race in college admissions, citing a rushed process and potential privacy risks.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
1 day ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni face legal setback

U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman ruled that Blake Lively was an independent contractor and therefore could not sue for sexual harassment against Justin Baldoni.
Film
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

GOP congressman tells furious federal workers being fired is part of God's plan for them - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Mark Alford faced backlash from constituents after suggesting job losses by Elon Musk are part of God's plan.
#amazon
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Relationships
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why your next PTO day should be a 'skip day'

Skip day is a tradition where friends take a mental health day off work to enjoy time together, promoting well-being and connection.
#gender-discrimination
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The architecture world just got its second union

This contract, the second in the industry, sets a standard for workers at Sage and Coombe and beyond, according to Architectural Workers United, which has been instrumental in organizing efforts.
NYC startup
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
#oracle
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Here's the severance package Oracle offered laid-off US employees

Oracle's severance package for laid-off US employees includes four weeks' salary plus one week per year of service, capped at 26 weeks.
Remote teams
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Oracle axes thousands of jobs in massive layoff - notifying fired employees with 6 a.m. email

Oracle laid off thousands of employees via email, citing organizational changes and business needs, causing widespread fear and frustration among remaining staff.
#vermont
Remote teams
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
fromWAMC
4 days ago
Remote teams

State officials plan appeal of Vermont Labor Relations Board decision

Remote teams
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
fromWAMC
4 days ago
Remote teams

State officials plan appeal of Vermont Labor Relations Board decision

East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
#eeoc
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
#layoffs
Marketing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

I was laid off twice from the same company. The second time was a gut punch but taught me not to take cuts personally.

Layoffs can be emotionally devastating, especially when they occur unexpectedly after a return from maternity leave.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: PCC Strike Ends, TSA Workers Finally Get Paid, and a Hospital Forced a Woman to Appear in Virtual Court While in Labor

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community enrichment and cultural coverage.
Law
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Skerries Golf Club wins unfair dismissal claim despite honorary secretary trying to swear oath on work diary instead of bible

Skerries Golf Club won an unfair dismissal claim despite issues with the honorary secretary's testimony credibility.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I used to advise companies on what to pay people. Here are 4 myths you should ignore when negotiating your salary.

Negotiation success relies more on personal value and offers than on market research or salary data.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Federal judge in Mass. rules Trump unlawfully revoked status of migrants who used entry app

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully terminated legal status for migrants using a Biden-era app, ordering a reversal of the decision.
Boston
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Lawyer sacked for nonce' slur claims unfair dismissal due to brain injury

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
fromJezebel
2 days ago

It Ends With Disappointment in the Legal System

The trial isn't going forward, not because the defendants did nothing wrong but because the court determined Blake Lively was an independent contractor, not an employee.
Law
#wrongful-death
Law
fromUNILAD
2 weeks ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
Law
fromUNILAD
2 weeks ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

9 things people who command respect at work do that have nothing to do with their title or seniority - Silicon Canals

Respect at work is earned through listening and accountability, not through titles or positions.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Agency tasked with protecting workers says it needs more lawyers as Mamdani reverses campaign commitment to double its budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani proposed an 8% budget cut for the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, contrary to his campaign promise to double its funding.
Higher education
from6abc Philadelphia
5 days ago

Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe

A federal judge ordered the University of Pennsylvania to provide records about Jewish employees for an investigation into antisemitic discrimination.
Remote teams
fromVTDigger
4 days ago

Vermont labor board says state must end return-to-office requirement for employees - VTDigger

Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Bronx housing justice org Banana Kelly sued over not properly paying workers | amNewYork

Banana Kelly nonprofit is accused of underpaying workers, violating labor laws by not compensating for all hours worked.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
2 days ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Job Seekers Are Getting Ghosted in Record Numbers. One Person Got a Rejection Letter 11 Months After Applying.

Job seekers face increased ghosting, with 53% affected, largely due to AI-driven application processes overwhelming recruiters.
Remote teams
fromFortune
4 days ago

Chief human resource officer salaries have surged 30% at S&P 500 companies. Here's why boards are opening the checkbook | Fortune

More companies are appointing HR executives as named executive officers, reflecting their growing importance in organizational strategy and workforce management.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Retiring Partners Should Relinquish Prized Offices - Above the Law

Retiring partners often give up prime offices to accommodate rising lawyers, despite potential disputes over office locations and sizes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
Film
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Fair Pay Feels Good In A Place Like This | Defector

Nitehawk theater workers organized a union to improve conditions at an independent Brooklyn cinema that combines movie-watching with full-service dining, joining a broader wave of service industry unionization.
Careers
fromBig Think
3 days ago

Why don't Walmart workers walk away from low pay? Monopsony.

Walmart workers find it difficult to leave their jobs despite low wages, challenging the belief that low-paying jobs are easy to replace.
Law
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

WRC rejects whistleblower penalisation claim by worker at Wilson's Hospital School

A whistleblower claim regarding financial irregularities at Wilson's Hospital School was rejected by the Workplace Relations Commission.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Why the best employees often carry the heaviest burden

The capability curse leads to increased expectations and reliance on capable individuals, often resulting in a heavier burden for them over time.
Law
fromVulture
3 days ago

Judge Dismisses Blake Lively's Sexual Harassment Claims in Upcoming Trial

Judge Liman dismissed most of Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni, allowing only a few retaliation claims to proceed to trial.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Former Amazon VP shares the brutal reality about promotions: Pushy people win

"There is some truth to the old saying, 'the squeaky wheel gets the grease.' This is another harsh truth people don't like."
Careers
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
Remote teams
fromAbc
1 week ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
fromTheregister
5 days ago

ServiceNow salesman sues employer in commission dispute

Costa's then-manager told him that ServiceNow would not pay this commission because the Sales Compensation Department had concluded that Costa had 'overachieved to a degree that was outside normal' in relation to his sales quota. In other words, ServiceNow believed Costa had made too much money, notwithstanding that his commission was only a small percentage of the revenue recognized and received by ServiceNow.
Law
Careers
fromFast Company
5 days ago

How can you spot a bad manager fast? Look for this 1 warning sign

Taking credit for employees' work leads to disengagement and is viewed as a detrimental managerial behavior.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
Law
fromThe Hill
5 days ago

A $22.5 million warning for the return-to-office era

A jury's $22.5 million verdict against Total Quality Logistics highlights the legal obligation of employers to accommodate pregnancy requests.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

What Business Owners Get Wrong About Sexual Harassment

Workplace sexual harassment escalates from minor incidents, necessitating immediate action from leadership to ensure employee safety and reduce legal risks.
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How to Recruit UK Talent without a Local Entity

Hiring international employees in the UK is possible without a local entity through various strategies like independent contracting or using an Employer of Record.
Law
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

The Workplace Liability Too Many Leaders Ignore

Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to significant legal, financial, and operational challenges for businesses.
Careers
fromZDNET
6 days ago

3 red flags that job posting is a scam - and how to verify safely

Job scams are on the rise, exploiting vulnerable job seekers with vague offers and promises of high pay for little work.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
1 week ago

The Debate: Is employee tracking justified in the modern workplace?

Tracking junior employees' work hours ensures accountability and productivity, addressing issues of underreporting and resource allocation.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Toxic bosses don't just hurt people. They hurt the bottom line

Toxic bosses significantly harm organizational culture, employee well-being, and financial performance, making them a critical issue for leaders to address.
Law
fromInc
1 week ago

A Mom Requested to Work From Home for Her High-Risk Pregnancy. Her Company Said No. Now They Owe $22.5M

An Ohio jury found Total Quality Logistics liable for a newborn's death due to denying a work-from-home request during a high-risk pregnancy.
Careers
fromFortune
1 week ago

Your employee benefits package is a hostage situation. Here's the proof - and the fix | Fortune

Employers in the U.S. leverage healthcare access as a means of coercion, impacting employee motivation and performance.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

The leaders' guide to handling an ICE visit in the workplace | Fortune

Employers must tailor their response to ICE depending on the document type: I-9 audit, administrative warrant, or judicial warrant, each allowing different employer actions.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Officer who ran pizza company on sick leave fired

well enough to work but not well enough to serve the public in any capacity
Miscellaneous
Law
fromInquisitr News
2 weeks ago

Mom Whose Newborn Died in Her Arms After Denied Work-From-Home Request Awarded $22.5M

An employer was ordered to pay $22.5 million after denying suitable working conditions to a woman during her high-risk pregnancy.
Law
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Atlassian in Trouble for Firing Employee Who Mouthed Off to CEO

Atlassian is accused of illegally firing an employee for criticizing its CEO's workforce reduction plan.
Law
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Can you get fired for calling your CEO a "rich jerk"? This company says yes

The NLRB argued that Atlassian illegally fired an engineer for criticizing the CEO over a restructuring plan, establishing potential protections for employee speech about working conditions.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 months ago

My employee didn't tell anyone she was pregnant

Prioritize a visibly pregnant employee's privacy, avoid assumptions or unsolicited questioning, and provide discreet accommodations while allowing the employee to disclose when ready.
Remote teams
fromUNILAD Tech
1 month ago

Cop fired after being caught using 'deceitful' work-from-home hack

A police officer was terminated and banned from law enforcement after using a photo frame device to fake activity on her work-from-home laptop by generating artificial keystrokes.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Workers challenge 'hidden' AI hiring tools in class action with major regulatory stakes.

AI assigns candidates 0–5 suitability scores using inferred traits like culture fit and trajectory, producing unreviewable reports that can screen out applicants before human review.
US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

What even is a 'low-hire, low-fire' environment?

The U.S. labor market shows low hiring and concentrated large layoffs, producing mixed signals of modest job gains alongside fewer available jobs and slower reemployment.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Pay Transparency Is Changing the Rules for Employers - Here's What You Need to Know

Pay transparency laws are expanding across states and cities, requiring employers to disclose compensation ranges in job postings and promotions to combat wage discrimination and create equitable hiring practices.
Careers
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
1 month ago

Company tried to fire employee without severance. He used their own AI against them and pulled off the ultimate holiday coup

An employee used the company's promoted AI to craft a defense and had a wrongful firing reversed shortly before a major layoff.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
2 months ago

Remote 'employee' gets fired from a job he didn't even work at: 'Your performance has not met expectations'

A remote hire was paid nearly $20,000 while unassigned and inactive for months, then fired with severance for lack of performance.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Boss Keeps Asking Me to Dock Money From My Own Paycheck. The Reasoning is Absurd.

Employees must be paid for time spent on work-related tasks, including resolving technical issues and retrieving equipment, under applicable wage-and-hour rules.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Boss Tasked Me With Finding Out Who Has Been Stealing From the Company. He's Not Going to Like the Answer.

Tell the boss promptly, present ironclad written evidence, and protect a copy outside the office in case of retaliation.
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