Archives for March 23, 2026
California Supreme Court to Determine Whether ‘Ministerial Exception’ Bars Wage-and-Hour Claims by Religious Workers
The Supreme Court of California recently granted review of Lorenzo v. San Francisco Zen Center (A171659/S294565), a case examining whether religious organizations are exempt from California wage-and-hour laws under the First Amendment’s ministerial exception. The court will review whether “the ministerial exception arising under the Religion Clauses of the First
Meta Unfairly Targeted Older Workers During Layoffs Last Year, Lawsuit Claims
A laid-off senior director is suing the tech company for wrongful termination and age discrimination.
Engagement or Else: Why Tailored Employee Strategies Are a Must
Engagement or Else: Why Tailored Employee Strategies Are a Must
In an era where employees are more politically involved and vocal about their expectations of employers, boards and business leaders have a choice: Review and update the company’s approach to employee engagement, or roll the dice and hope they don’t
N.Y.U. Professors Go on Strike, Seeking Better Pay and Job Protections
About 950 full-time faculty members who are not on the tenure track walked out. The university told students that classes would continue.
UK Equality Action Plan Guidance: Key Implications for Employers
The UK government has published guidance on equality action plans, giving employers a clearer picture of what may soon sit alongside gender pay gap reporting requirements in England, Scotland, and Wales.
Colorado’s Artificial Intelligence Law Could Be on the Chopping Block
Colorado’s Artificial Intelligence Law Could Be on the Chopping Block
When he signed Colorado’s artificial intelligence law (SB 24-205, the “Act”) into law, Colorado Governor Jared Polis told the Colorado General Assembly, by letter, that he did so “with reservations.” Polis criticized the Act for “creat[ing] a complex compliance regime,”
How employers can navigate U.S. tariff complications to retain talent
How employers can navigate U.S. tariff complications to retain talent
Stephen Shore said as Canadian employers continue to experience economic strain from U.S. tariffs, it’s important for HR professionals to focus on communication and creative strategies to retain talent.
Benefits Canada
mfelling@littler.com Mon, 03/23/2026 – 12:13
3rd Circ. Must Reject EEOC’s Flawed Equal Pay Theory
3rd Circ. Must Reject EEOC’s Flawed Equal Pay Theory
Allan King argues that in Cartee-Haring and Marinello v. Central Bucks School District, prima facie evidence of an Equal Pay Act violation must demand more than anecdotal evidence regarding a single comparator.
Law360
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mfelling@littler.com Mon, 03/23/2026 – 12:11
AI trailed DEI, immigration in terms of 2025 compliance impact, employers say
AI trailed DEI, immigration in terms of 2025 compliance impact, employers say
Jim Paretti and Jorge Lopez discuss key findings from the Littler 2026 WPI Survey Report, including how the Trump administration’s policy pivots on diversity, equity and inclusion and immigration have affected employers.
HR Dive
mfelling@littler.com Mon, 03/23/2026 – 12:08
Trump immigration policies creating talent challenges for employers
Trump immigration policies creating talent challenges for employers
Jorge Lopez, Shannon Meade and Jim Paretti discuss workforce staffing challenges related to Trump’s immigration policy shifts.
HR Executive
mfelling@littler.com Mon, 03/23/2026 – 12:05
AI Transcription, Note-Taking: Seven Points for Employers
AI Transcription, Note-Taking: Seven Points for Employers
Zoe Argento and Bradford Kelley discuss seven key considerations for employers seeking to take advantage of AI notetaking technologies while mitigating legal and operational exposure.
CBIA
mfelling@littler.com Mon, 03/23/2026 – 11:53
Expert says new workplace realities expand toxic environments
Three in four people have experienced a toxic workplace, according to recent studies.
This playful desk reimagines the cubicle for our new era of work
Vitra’s new design is a mobile, customizable space for the modern workplace.
Navigating Global Background Checks: Key Insights for Employers
Outside the United States, many countries impose significant restrictions on what employers may lawfully review during a candidate background check. Although the exact restrictions vary by country, generally, the thoroughness with which U.S. employers often conduct these searches is an anomaly overseas. Rather than striving for a uniform global process