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February 17, 2026
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What Workers Can Learn From The Long Legacy Of Black Resistance. Learn more. Why HR needs to step up its game. Learn more.
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Employment and Labor Law News
February 17, 2026
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What Workers Can Learn From The Long Legacy Of Black Resistance. Learn more. Why HR needs to step up its game. Learn more.
Honoring Black History Month: Challenges and Victories for Black Workers
February 16, 2026
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February is Black History Month—a time to reflect on the significant contributions of Black individuals throughout history, while also acknowledging the ongoing challenges faced by Black workers in today’s workforce. The Legacy of Resilience Black workers have long faced systemic barriers in employment, from overt discrimination and limited opportunities to
Honoring Black History Month: Challenges and Victories for Black Workers
February 16, 2026
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February is Black History Month—a time to reflect on the significant contributions of Black individuals throughout history, while also acknowledging the ongoing challenges faced by Black workers in today’s workforce. The Legacy of Resilience Black workers have long faced systemic barriers in employment, from overt discrimination and limited opportunities to
Honoring Black History Month: Challenges and Victories for Black Workers
February 16, 2026
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February is Black History Month—a time to reflect on the significant contributions of Black individuals throughout history, while also acknowledging the ongoing challenges faced by Black workers in today’s workforce. The Legacy of Resilience Black workers have long faced systemic barriers in employment, from overt discrimination and limited opportunities to
When Hiring Meets AI: Legal Risks of Using Artificial Intelligence for Social Media Screening
February 10, 2026
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Why Employers Turn to AI for Social Media Screening Traditional background checks are slow, costly, and limited to public records. In contrast, AI tools can scan social media footprints at scale and flag potential “risks” such as: Inflammatory or offensive content Associations that could pose reputational concerns Public behavior perceived
Locker Search Laws at Work: What Employers Can Search
November 12, 2026
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Can your employer search your locker or bag? Learn how the law treats workplace searches, how public and private jobs differ, and what to do if a search crosses the line.
Split Shift Pay: What You’re Owed and Where
November 10, 2026
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Split shift pay in the U.S.: which states require an extra hour of pay, how the premium is calculated, and how it differs from overtime and shift differentials.
Pay Transparency Laws: What Workers Need to Know
November 9, 2026
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Learn how pay transparency laws and salary history bans work in the U.S., which states require posted pay ranges, and what to do if an employer breaks the rules.
FLSA Salary Threshold: The Federal Number Today
November 8, 2026
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The FLSA salary threshold is $684 a week ($35,568 a year) for exempt status. See the highly compensated limit, the duties tests and which states pay more.
Background Check Disputes: How to Fix Errors and Protect Your Job Offer
November 7, 2026
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Found a mistake in your employment background check? Learn how to dispute it under the FCRA, what to send, how long the company has, and your next steps.
Language Discrimination at Work: Your Rights in the U.S.
November 5, 2026
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Language discrimination at work explained: accent bias, English-only rules, immigration and citizenship status, and the deadlines and steps for filing a claim.
