U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued policy guidance addressing the automatic extension of status for H-4, L-2, and E dependent spouses in response to the settlement of a class action lawsuit.
Archives for February 10, 2022
Michelle Phillips Comments on New York’s Proposed Discrimination Suit Legislation
Michelle Phillips comments on the impact of New York’s proposed Don’t Silence Survivors Act, which would allow workers who file a discrimination suit to include evidence that previously would have been considered hearsay evidence in “NY Bill Would Give New Ammo To Workers In Bias Suits,” published by Law360.
House Passes Bill Limiting Predispute Arbitration Agreements Covering Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment
Passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on February 7, 2022, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021 (H.R. 4445) would amend the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) to make predispute arbitration agreements covering claims of sexual assault or sexual harassment invalid and unenforceable.
What Employers Need to Know as NY Mask Mandate Expires
On February 9, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York Statewide Mask Mandate will not be renewed past its expiration on February 10, 2022. This has a great impact on the requirements for mask-wearing among the general public. However, there are several important distinctions.
Tesla Sued by California Agency for Alleged Racial Discrimination, Harassment
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing says it acted after receiving hundreds of complaints from workers
Promised a New Culture, Women Say the N.F.L. Instead Pushed Them Aside
In the years after the Ray Rice scandal, the N.F.L. redoubled efforts to hire and promote women. But over 30 former staff members say the league’s culture remains demoralizing.
Do You Need a Career Coach?
Why you might want one — and how to find the right one for you.
20% of White Employees Have Sponsors. Only 5% of Black Employees Do.
Executive sponsorship is by far the most effective intervention a company can make to retain and advance Black talent.
Tesla’s Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Moves Forward. What to Know.
A racial discrimination lawsuit against Tesla has taken a step forward. The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, or DFEH, filed a complaint against the auto maker in state court on Wednesday.
Amazon doubles salary caps for corporate workers to $350,000
Amazon is more than doubling its maximum base pay to $350,000 for some corporate and tech employees, citing increased competition for tech talent.
What to do if a divorcing employee sours the workplace
We all know that divorce can be devastating to the individuals and family experiencing it, but what are the ripple effects that it causes in the workplace?
Resignation Of Biden Aide Brings New Attention To Bullying In The Workplace
Workplace bullying can create an internal crisis for any company.
Starbucks workers in the New York City area seek to unionize.
Four stores are joining a nationwide effort, buoyed by successes in Buffalo.
The Great Resignation, while hard on businesses, is putting workers in a position of power
America is seeing an unprecedented number of people quitting their jobs.
COVID-19 and Substance Abuse at Work
In this episode, Jen explains why COVID-19 has increased substance abuse at work, and the steps employers should take to help employees seeking rehabilitation.