Criminal background checks remain on the EEOC’s radar
Four months ago, the EEOC issued its Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions und...
Testing employees for legally prescribes medications must be done carefully
By Jon Hyman
A recent settlement announced by the EEOC points out the risks that exist if you include lawfully prescribed medications in your drug testi...
Transfer preferences to vacant positions as an ADA reasonable accommodation continue to baffle courts
By Jon Hyman
A disabled employee comes to you and asks for a transfer to an open and available position as a reasonable accommodation? Do you grant the r...
WIRTW #241 (the “replay” edition)
By Jon Hyman
In case you missed it,and for your listening pleasure— Here’s yesterday’s appearance on DriveThruHR : Listen to internet radio with W...
Unemployment (or prior lawsuits) as a protected class? Not so fast says the 6th Circuit
By Jon Hyman
Last week, in Berrington v. Wal-Mart , the 6th Circuit considered the issue of whether a company could be liable for refusing to hire someon...