Posts in Discrimination.

National origin, race, age, pregnancy -- and coronavirus. Continue Reading ›

Some are old, and some are new. Some are "red," and some are "blue." Continue Reading ›

(Still 100 percent guaranteed non-partisan.) Continue Reading ›

Everyone agrees that it's time. Continue Reading ›

Almost all good news for employers. Continue Reading ›

Will the EEOC lose its quorum? Continue Reading ›

Illinois ended the old year and started the new with a bang. Continue Reading ›

"Let's turn over -- a new leaf." Continue Reading ›

Did I do that? Continue Reading ›

2019 ends with a bang. Continue Reading ›

All the holiday party information that's fit to print, as we enter this most dangerous season for employers. Continue Reading ›

A bit of impeachment/employment law trivia. Continue Reading ›

"It could have been worse" edition. Continue Reading ›

C'mon, Boomers - lighten up! Continue Reading ›

A change may be coming. Continue Reading ›

Don't take "don't guess" too literally. Continue Reading ›

Uh, no, says judge. Continue Reading ›

Two courts have said yes, but one now says no. Continue Reading ›

But it depends on what your definition of "complete" is. Continue Reading ›

Who's the "swing vote," the "parade of horribles," and more. Continue Reading ›

Millennials, can you relate to your older co-workers? Continue Reading ›

HR people, you know what I'm talking about. Continue Reading ›

What a colossal waste this has been. Continue Reading ›

According to the DOJ. Continue Reading ›

UPDATED (8/17/19)! Continue Reading ›

No legal authority to issue its Enforcement Guidance! Continue Reading ›

The position has been vacant since late 2016. Continue Reading ›

How can I sue thee? Let me count the ways. Continue Reading ›

Take care of yourself! Continue Reading ›

"The Justice in the bow tie." Continue Reading ›

Let's get this party started. Continue Reading ›

Mark your calendars! Continue Reading ›

Happy holiday weekend! Continue Reading ›

The EEOC has a treasure trove. Continue Reading ›

This is getting to be a trend. Continue Reading ›

The 9/30 deadline is still on. Continue Reading ›

What the Supreme Court's decision in Fort Bend really means. Continue Reading ›

Not sure I'm buying it. Continue Reading ›

How's your employment law history knowledge? Continue Reading ›

It's spring, and a young person's fancy turns to . . . Continue Reading ›

EEOC gets its quorum back, but OSHA loses. Continue Reading ›

Court says no, in one of the weirdest cases ever. Continue Reading ›

The status, the arguments, and my predictions. Continue Reading ›

The last chapter, subject to the government's right to appeal. Continue Reading ›

The never-ending story. Continue Reading ›

Most charges were down, but sex harassment, LGBT charges were up. Continue Reading ›

Start gathering that comp data, if you haven't already. Continue Reading ›

I can't imagine why they would. Continue Reading ›

And happy St. Patrick's Day weekend! Continue Reading ›

Hot darn! Two Friday quizzes in a row! Continue Reading ›

I love my readers! Continue Reading ›

Jack Phillips and the state of Colorado are going their separate ways. Continue Reading ›

But when? And how? Continue Reading ›

Prudent employers will make sure their policies cover sexual orientation and gender identity. Continue Reading ›

I see some bombs tucked away in there. Continue Reading ›

Thanks, shutdown! Continue Reading ›

Another chapter in a continuing saga. Continue Reading ›

Can you occasionally skip the EEOC and go straight to court if there's a really good reason? Continue Reading ›

This case will blow your mind. Continue Reading ›

As long as it's the principle (and I think it is). Continue Reading ›

Here's a summary of what you may have missed over the holiday break. Continue Reading ›

After a year and a half in limbo, Daniel Gade has apparently had enough. Continue Reading ›

The decision could be a big help to recruiters, staffing companies, and employment agencies. Continue Reading ›

Federal is the safest bet. Continue Reading ›

UPDATED 12/4/18: I was right to be skeptical. Continue Reading ›

Delayed again! Continue Reading ›

What are you thankful for this year? Here is my list. Continue Reading ›

This case makes my head hurt. Continue Reading ›

We may know by the end of this month. Continue Reading ›

At the federal level, anyway. Continue Reading ›

Nah. They'll just agree to disagree. Continue Reading ›

So much for our brave new world. Continue Reading ›

Hurry up and wait. Continue Reading ›

Commission adopts an expansive view of "sex." Continue Reading ›

A new lawsuit filed by the EEOC is a good guide for employers on what not to do. Continue Reading ›

Only in America. Continue Reading ›

C'mon, Supreme Court: Settle this one! Continue Reading ›

An argument can be made. Continue Reading ›

The Colorado baker is going on offense. Continue Reading ›

A study says so. Therefore, it must be true! Continue Reading ›

Hively v. Ivy Tech is ovah! 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 ›

Pow! Pow! Pow! Continue Reading ›

And one judge is not pleased. Continue Reading ›

Another federal appeals court will soon decide whether Title VII prohibits sexual orientation discrimination. Continue Reading ›

The employer in the "gay skydiver case" has reportedly asked for Supreme Court review. Continue Reading ›

The state Civil Rights Commission broadens its interpretation of "sex discrimination." Continue Reading ›

I'm gonna say no. Continue Reading ›

It's all pretty good news for employers. Continue Reading ›

An important victory for age plaintiffs. Continue Reading ›

It's enough to make an "onionhead" weep. Continue Reading ›

This is Constangy’s flagship law blog, founded in 2010 by Robin Shea, who is chief legal editor and a regular contributor. This nationally recognized blog also features posts from other Constangy attorneys in the areas of immigration, labor relations, and sports law, keeping HR professionals and employers informed about the latest legal trends.

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