Beginning September 1, 2021, Texas employers of any size may be sued for sexual harassment in the workplace under legislative changes (SB 45) passed by the Texas legislature. SB 45 also expands liability to include individuals and business entities.
Archives for August 30, 2021
Nicky Jatana Named a Legal Visionary by Los Angeles Times
Nicky Jatana is recognized for her legal prowess, ingenuity and commitment to the legal profession in “2021 Legal Visionaries,” published by the Los Angeles Times (p.46).
How to Leave a Job After Only 3-6 Months
Quitting quickly has some risks. Here are 10 tips to make a smoother exit.
How to Ask a Colleague to Mask Up
It can feel awkward. These tips can help.
Your Employees Are Your Best Defense Against Cyberattacks
Six strategies to fortify your human firewall.
You’ve Built a Racially Diverse Team. But Have You Built an Inclusive Culture?
Three research-backed strategies to create an environment that encourages authenticity and fosters trust.
For many workers, work is a threat to well-being
The use of automation technologies to track and monitor safety or productivity is widespread in supply-chain management, and it is now seeping into grocery stores, other retail settings, and even knowledge work. That is bad news for workers.
Over a third of workers want to return to the office full-time
Americans are gearing up for a hybrid workweek this fall, with many companies planning to give employees the option of working some days in person and some remotely.
Behind Hollywood glamour, an Instagram account highlights darker side for workers
Last month, Ben Gottlieb, a 27-year-old set lighting technician, wanted to show his support for his union’s campaign to improve working conditions on film sets so he wrote an Instagram post calling for an end to 12- to 14-hour shifts.
Nearly $7.5M in stolen wages going back to NYC workers, comptroller says
Hundreds of Big Apple workers are getting nearly $7.5 million in stolen wages back, says city Comptroller Scott Stringer.
Gov. Kathy Hochul removes Cuomo administration staffers implicated in sexual harassment report
“Anyone who crosses the line will be addressed by me,” she said.
Clerk Can Sue County for Harassment Despite Settling With Judge
Burleson County, Texas, must face trial on a former criminal clerk’s sexual harassment lawsuit based on a judge’s alleged abuse even though she separately settled her claims against the judge, the Western District of Texas said.
Bosses to U.S. workers: Vaccination or termination
California employment is only at 94% of its pre-pandemic levels — and jobs nationwide are only at 96%
Starbucks Faces Rare Union Challenge as Buffalo Workers Seek Vote
The organizing campaign, if successful, could upend the company’s labor model. Employees say chronic understaffing has long caused frustration.
Six Ways That IT Executives Can Enable Better Digital Workplace Experiences
Some companies have pushed through three years’ worth of digital transformation in three months (paywall).