AI: Feds warn of ‘vigorous’ enforcement of laws
Four federal agencies issued a joint statement declaring their commitment to enforcing laws and regulations regarding automated systems and artificial intelligence.
Nationwide pay transparency legislation introduced
A bill introduced in the US House of Representatives signals that wage transparency laws are here to stay. If passed, the law would require all employers nationwide to include wage ranges in all job postings.
Construction firm to pay $835,000 in IC misclassification case
DC-based Maryland Applicators will pay $835,000 for misclassifying dozens of workers as independent contractors and procuring the services of hundreds of additional misclassified workers through subcontractors.
The risks of using a global EOR
Organizations engaging talent internationally may benefit from the employer of record model, but its use can bring all manner of legal and administrative complications.
AI regulation is not one size fits all, part 2
As organizations globally look to use artificial intelligence in their recruitment processes, CW program managers should keep up to date on existing and proposed regulations for AI.
Michigan bills target wage theft, IC classification and more
Sixteen bills that would affect worker management, including independent contractor classification and wage transparency, are being considered by the Great Lake State.
AI regulation is not one size fits all, part 1
Organizations are turning to artificial intelligence to overcome human biases in hiring, but questions remain about its effectiveness.
Company cuts all staffing firm ties citing joint-employer finding
An East Coast seafood supplier will no longer procure workers from staffing firms after the NLRB determined it was a joint employer following an unfair labor practice charge.
Record $137 million award against Tesla slashed to $3.2 million
A Black temporary worker was awarded $3.2 million in a racial harassment case that initially resulted in a record $137 million judgment against the vehicle manufacturer.
Compliance: Grubhub misclassification finding may have big impact
Joint employment and misclassification cases discussed include a Grubhub driver’s win, which could have a big impact on the gig economy despite the small financial award.
