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Faculty groups at UPenn condemn the EEOC's demand for personal data and lists of Jewish students and staff, arguing it would create a dangerous centralized registry and violate privacy and free-speech rights; Penn resisted full compliance, the EEOC sued, and academic associations sought to intervene amid concerns about antisemitism on campuses.
The article discusses the potential confirmation of Andrea Lucas as EEOC chair, highlighting concerns from former agency leaders that her leadership may lead to a retreat from the agency's civil rights mission, particularly affecting cases related to pregnancy discrimination, gender identity harassment, and diversity efforts, amid her opposition to certain recent EEOC guidance and policies.
The Sheetz convenience store chain, with over 700 stores in six states, is facing a discrimination lawsuit from federal officials alleging that the company discriminated against minority job applicants by automatically rejecting those who failed a criminal background check. The lawsuit, filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, claims that Sheetz's hiring practices disproportionately impact minority applicants. The company has denied the allegations, stating that it does not tolerate discrimination of any kind. The EEOC is seeking to force Sheetz to offer jobs to unlawfully denied applicants and provide back pay and other benefits.
The Sheetz convenience store chain, with over 700 stores in six states, is facing a discrimination lawsuit from federal officials alleging that the company discriminated against minority job applicants by automatically rejecting those who failed a criminal background check. The lawsuit, filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, claims that Sheetz's hiring practices disproportionately impact Black, Native American, and multiracial applicants. The company denies the allegations but is being sued under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The EEOC seeks to force Sheetz to offer jobs to unlawfully denied applicants and provide back pay and other benefits.
The Sheetz convenience store chain, with over 700 stores in six states, is facing a discrimination lawsuit from federal officials alleging that the company discriminated against minority job applicants by automatically rejecting those who failed a criminal background check. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed the lawsuit, claiming that Sheetz's hiring practices disproportionately impact minority applicants. The company has denied the allegations, stating that it does not tolerate discrimination and has attempted to work with the EEOC to resolve the dispute. The lawsuit seeks to force Sheetz to offer jobs to unlawfully denied applicants and provide back pay and other benefits.
The finalized federal regulations for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act include provisions for job accommodations related to abortions, sparking controversy among Republican lawmakers and anti-abortion activists. The law requires most employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related medical conditions, including abortions, unless it causes undue hardship. Labor advocates and major business groups support the law, while Republican lawmakers and anti-abortion activists denounce the inclusion of abortion. The EEOC's regulations will go into effect on June 18, providing guidance for employers and workers on implementing the law.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued a final rule to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), requiring most employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations for a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless it causes undue hardship. The final rule provides clarity to employers and workers about who is covered, the types of limitations and medical conditions covered, how individuals can request reasonable accommodations, and numerous concrete examples. EEOC Chair Charlotte A. Burrows emphasized that the PWFA is a win for workers, families, and the economy, providing clear access to reasonable accommodations and preventing discrimination and retaliation.
Former Bowlero executive Thomas Tanase has filed a proposed countersuit alleging extortion and retaliation by the company, claiming that an executive threatened to report him to the FBI if he didn't admit to spilling company secrets. Tanase, who was fired in May and filed a discrimination claim with the EEOC, also alleges that Bowlero's lawsuit against him was brought in retaliation for his refusal to sign a termination agreement. The company denies the claims and has asked the court to deny Tanase's request to countersue and to sanction him. Bowlero has been embroiled in an EEOC investigation involving more than 70 former employees who claim they were unlawfully fired, with the agency finding reasonable cause in the majority of the complaints.
Billionaires Mark Cuban and Elon Musk are engaged in a debate over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in the workplace, with Cuban linking immigration to DEI and defending its benefits for legal immigrants. The discussion has also drawn the attention of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), with Commissioner Andrea Lucas criticizing Cuban's views on race and gender in hiring practices. The debate highlights differing perspectives on DEI initiatives and their legality within the business world.
Dollar General has agreed to pay $42,500 to settle a lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) after a worker in Georgia was fired for being pregnant. The EEOC claimed that the worker's dismissal was discriminatory and motivated by her pregnancy. The worker had informed her store manager about her pregnancy but did not request any pregnancy-related leave or indicate that she was unable to work. Dollar General initially apologized and offered her light-duty work, but later listed her discharge as due to "health reasons." The settlement includes back pay and compensatory damages, as well as an expansion of Dollar General's anti-discrimination policy and training on pregnancy discrimination for store managers.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Asphalt Paving Systems, accusing the Florida-based company of creating a hostile environment for its Black employees. The lawsuit alleges that the employees were subjected to racial harassment, including being called racial slurs and being forced to work in demeaning conditions. The Black employees were also allegedly forced to relieve themselves outside while white employees were allowed to use indoor bathrooms. The EEOC is seeking compensation for the employees and the implementation of policies to eradicate the company's unlawful practices.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a federal lawsuit against Tesla, alleging racial harassment and discrimination against Black employees. The lawsuit claims that Tesla violated federal law by subjecting Black employees to racial abuse, stereotyping, and hostility, including the use of racial slurs. The EEOC also alleges that Tesla retaliated against employees who opposed the harassment. The EEOC is seeking back pay for victims and an injunction against Tesla's alleged discriminatory practices. Tesla has stated that it opposes all forms of discrimination.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Tesla, accusing the electric vehicle maker of a pervasive pattern of racial abuse and retaliation against Black employees at one of its manufacturing plants. The lawsuit alleges that Black employees at Tesla's Fremont facility were subjected to racist graffiti, threats, and nooses since 2015. The EEOC claims that Tesla failed to address the behavior, investigate complaints, or adopt policies to prevent racial harassment. This comes after a separate lawsuit by California's civil rights agency also accused Tesla of ignoring pervasive racism against Black workers. In April, Tesla was ordered to pay $3.2 million to a Black former employee in a racial harassment lawsuit.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Tesla, accusing the electric car maker of tolerating widespread racial harassment of its Black employees and retaliating against those who spoke out. This comes after a state civil rights agency in California previously sued Tesla over similar allegations, and a jury ordered the company to pay $3.2 million in damages to a Black former worker who experienced racist discrimination. Tesla had engaged in a conciliation process with the EEOC, but it was unsuccessful, leading to the current lawsuit.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against United Parcel Service (UPS), alleging disability discrimination for refusing to hire deaf or hearing-impaired individuals as drivers. The EEOC claims that the Department of Transportation (DOT) has authorized the employment of these individuals through a program that exempts them from a hearing test, using alternative criteria to ensure driver safety. UPS has stated that it will modify driver training for those who are deaf or hard of hearing and will begin accepting exemptions to the DOT hearing standard for its drivers in January 2024. The EEOC filed the lawsuit under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) after failing to reach a settlement with UPS.