Editor’s Note

Sexism and inequality go back a long way in Silicon Valley. The sad truth is, the industry still favors men, whereas, its women deal with inequality, on several fronts, even after three decades.

HR Legal & Compliance Excellence January 2021

Colorado’s New Equal Pay Act: What Employers Need To Know

Employers operating, even on a limited basis, in Colorado should be aware of Colorado’s recent wage disparity and discrimination bill, which takes effect in 2021 and imposes widespread requirements related to record-keeping, disclosure, and transparency.

What Does The EEOC’s Guidance On Covid-19 Vaccination Say?

The EEOC released guidance answering important questions on how Covid-19 vaccinations interact with the legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA).

How To Address Pay Disparity Among Women And Minorities In The Workplace

JPMorgan Chase recently signed a conciliation agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) agreeing to settle a long-running pay equity lawsuit alleging that it underpaid some of its female employees.

What To Consider Before Implementing A Mandatory Vaccine Policy

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) spoke on December 16, 2020 on the COVID-19 vaccine. Section K of the Guidance was newly added on December 16, and specifically discusses vaccine-related issues.

What You Need To Do When An Employee Seeks Time-Off To Deal With Covid-Related Issues?

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will expire in a few days. Can Congress extend the FFCRA? Sure. There’s no sign that it will do so at the moment, though.

“Ban the Box” Law: Can Employers Consider Reviewing A Job Applicant’s Criminal Conviction History?

Planning to open an office in Hawaii? Here is some small business news that may be useful. Hawaii legislators have tweaked their “Ban the Box” law, reducing the number of years that employers can consider when reviewing a job applicant’s criminal conviction history.

Return To Work: How Good Leaders Can Facilitate A Safe Reopening

Team leaders are preparing to bring their teams back into the office, and their primary concern is to lead their employees through this crisis with safety and composure at the forefront.