Homeland Security proposes whistleblower and fees protections: H-2 program update
The department seeks to clarify existing protections against employer-imposed fees, provide whistleblower protections and make H-2 portability permanent.
Qantas violated Australian law in replacing ground crew with contractors
Australia’s High Court ruled the airline outsourced the roles to avoid industrial action. Opposing attorneys seek AU$100 million in penalties plus additonal compensation.
UK co-employment conundrum: Can a taxi driver have 2 employers?
Co-employment is a recognized risk in the US, but a UK court rejected a taxi driver's claim. The ruling may ease fears held by clients of UK temporary work agencies.
Judge rejects temp’s sex discrimination and retaliation claims against Ford
A court sided with the automaker’s arguments that the plaintiff violated its anti-discrimination policy by using a racial slur and that the situation did not compare to that of a full-time staff employee.
Governor issues executive order to study AI’s future in California
A “groundbreaking” executive order directs the Golden State to study its potential use of artificial intelligence. What it means for employers.
Tutoring firm settles EEOC’s first AI hiring bias lawsuit
China-based iTutorGroup agreed to pay $365,000 to settle claims that its AI-powered recruitment software violated federal law by automatically rejecting older applicants.
AI anti-bias hiring bill introduced in New York state
The proposed legislation, broader than rules recently imposed in New York City, aims to crack down on “high-risk and arguably illegal” use of AI and workplace surveillance in the Empire State.
Pay transparency laws enacted in Illinois and Hawaii
Two more states institute these regulations, adding to a growing trend among US states and municipalities. Legislation has been introduced at the federal level as well.
Expanding your talent search? SIA report examines use of the employer-of-record model
As firms tap global markets for the right talent at the right price, this service is gaining traction with contingent workforce programs.
IC misclassification: Construction services contractor pays more than $1.6 million
The North Carolina-based firm was found to have misclassified 188 workers as independent contractors, the US Department of Labor announced.
