
Discrimination
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The Atlantic advised that if a company wants to do good, it must get a better HR department and address unconscious bias.
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A Fox News commentator attempted to explain the gender wage gap, claiming women are not “ambitious” and are “happier at home.”
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The ACLU requested that the EEOC investigate Hollywood for gender bias.
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The EEOC announced the settlement of two discrimination cases against Source One Staffing. The suits alleged that the staffing agency violated both Title VII and the ADA.
Technology
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A Catholic priest was fired after a Facebook post that demonstrated his support for the “NoH8” Campaign for LGBT rights.
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Corporate Counsel covered a new report that claims the cost of data breaches will reach $2.1 trillion by 2019.
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HR Zone says wearables are the HR tool of the future.
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Inside Counsel covered how human error is often to blame for data security incidents.
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The Washington Post asked “What could possibly go wrong?” after a company tracked an employee using an app on her smartphone, and she sued. Heather Bussing, among others, also discussed this fascinating case.
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The Charleston Daily Mail covered the use of big data in recruiting and identified potential pitfalls.
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The Georgia Straight covered the new wearable tech companies focus on worker safety and health.
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Mike Haberman looked into an algorithm that surveils employee email looking for bad employee behavior.
Wage and Hour
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Blogging4Jobs addressed the trouble with off-the-clock work.
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Facebook announced new requirements for its contractors, including a $15 minimum wage, paid time off, and a $4,000 bonus for having a child.