Posts by Robin E. SheaOf Counsel & Chief Legal EditorRobin also conducts internal investigations and delivers training for HR professionals, managers, and employees on topics such as harassment prevention, disability accommodation, and leave management.
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Delayed again! Continue Reading ›
What are you thankful for this year? Here is my list. Continue Reading ›
Employers, are you ready to accommodate Wiccans? Continue Reading ›
This case makes my head hurt. Continue Reading ›
No. Heck, no. Continue Reading ›
We may know by the end of this month. Continue Reading ›
More weed, and more money! Continue Reading ›
At the federal level, anyway. Continue Reading ›
How dare they defend themselves! Continue Reading ›
Nah. They'll just agree to disagree. Continue Reading ›
We wish you the very best. Continue Reading ›
A preview of coming attractions! Continue Reading ›
Sheesh. I would hope so. Continue Reading ›
If the "humble boss" is best, who's the worst? Continue Reading ›
How quickly things change! Continue Reading ›
So much for our brave new world. Continue Reading ›
Non-partisan to the best of my ability. Continue Reading ›
Hurry up and wait. Continue Reading ›
Commission adopts an expansive view of "sex." Continue Reading ›
Here is a quiz about some of the quirkier aspects of the Family and Medical Leave Act. Continue Reading ›
A new lawsuit filed by the EEOC is a good guide for employers on what not to do. Continue Reading ›
Yes, that is possible. Continue Reading ›
Like sands through the hourglass . . .
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Not everything that's legal is a good idea. Continue Reading ›
Only in America. Continue Reading ›
Could be -- at the state level. Continue Reading ›
Act fast! Comments are due September 12, and a policy has to be adopted October 9. Continue Reading ›
These will be good until August 31, 2021. Continue Reading ›
What better way to start the Labor Day weekend than with a drug test? Continue Reading ›
C'mon, Supreme Court: Settle this one! Continue Reading ›
Let your voice be heard! Continue Reading ›
Paul Flart, former hospital cop and current Instagram sensation. Continue Reading ›
Workplace vandalism is so . . . brick and mortar. Continue Reading ›
An argument can be made. Continue Reading ›
When does crude language cross the line and become unlawful harassment? Continue Reading ›
And the ex-employee gets a jury trial. Continue Reading ›
The Colorado baker is going on offense. Continue Reading ›
A study says so. Therefore, it must be true! Continue Reading ›
Sesame seed bagels are better, anyway. :-) Continue Reading ›
Just kidding - we do want your vote, and today is the last day. Continue Reading ›
Never, never! Continue Reading ›
Hively v. Ivy Tech is ovah! Continue Reading ›
Please refrain! Continue Reading ›
You dast not! Continue Reading ›
¡Claro que no! Continue Reading ›
But will the EEOC be allowed to defend? Continue Reading ›
I'm don't quite agree with the legal analysis, but I agree with the principle. Continue Reading ›
No-no! Continue Reading ›
Never in a million years! Continue Reading ›
Don't do it! Continue Reading ›
Nope! Continue Reading ›
Don't even think about it! Continue Reading ›
You'd better not! Continue Reading ›
Not a typo. Continue Reading ›
Don't you dare! Continue Reading ›
Probably. Continue Reading ›
Pow! Pow! Pow! Continue Reading ›
And one judge is not pleased. Continue Reading ›
Not six feet under yet, but maybe 5'11"? Continue Reading ›
"Zero tolerance" is too blunt an instrument, and it may even increase bad behavior. Continue Reading ›
This makes me want to cry. Continue Reading ›
"No more of your flimsy excuses! Get back to work!" Continue Reading ›
The announcement will be made at 9 p.m. Monday. Eastern Time, I presume. Continue Reading ›
The list is now down to three: Judge Kavanaugh, Judge Barrett, and Judge Kethledge. Can't wait for Monday! Continue Reading ›
Not enough of a record at this time, IMO. Continue Reading ›
Here is a judge an employer can love. Continue Reading ›
How would Supreme Court contender Amul Thapar be for employers? Continue Reading ›
Afraid that your dress code will cause your employees to up and quit? Gentle Reader, you've come to the right place. Continue Reading ›
Justice Anthony Kennedy has announced that he will retire from the U.S. Supreme Court, effective July 31. Continue Reading ›
According to a very scientific survey. Continue Reading ›
Another federal appeals court will soon decide whether Title VII prohibits sexual orientation discrimination. Continue Reading ›
Be glad you don't work for these guys.
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Whenever I think I've heard everything, I hear something else. Continue Reading ›
Do dads have any rights in the workplace? You bet! Continue Reading ›
Two states and D.C., plus a number of local governments, will increase their minimum wages on July 1. Continue Reading ›
It's probably coming, but it's not here yet. Continue Reading ›
Workplace rules are back, baby! Continue Reading ›
Grrrr. Continue Reading ›
Here are seven things that every employer should know. Continue Reading ›
In poetry, because we are classy here. Continue Reading ›
The employer in the "gay skydiver case" has reportedly asked for Supreme Court review. Continue Reading ›
For all who gave their lives serving our country, thank you. Rest in peace. Continue Reading ›
How much do you know about this old legal concept? Continue Reading ›
The state Civil Rights Commission broadens its interpretation of "sex discrimination." Continue Reading ›
I'm gonna say no. Continue Reading ›
Goodbye to our partner and friend. Continue Reading ›
How much do you really know, from an HR standpoint? Continue Reading ›
It's all pretty good news for employers. Continue Reading ›
What a maroon. Continue Reading ›
An important victory for age plaintiffs. Continue Reading ›
Employees talk about why they were fired. Here are the parts they may have left out. Continue Reading ›
There are probably worse ideas, but I can't think of any right now. Continue Reading ›
It's enough to make an "onionhead" weep. Continue Reading ›
So, this is why I'm not a millionaire! Continue Reading ›
Coming soon to a nation near you. Continue Reading ›
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