Workplace

Former Caltrans Employee Files Lawsuit Alleging Rampant Racism in the Workplace

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San Diego, CA – A former employee of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has filed a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in the workplace. Angel Saucedo claims that he and other Hispanic employees were subjected to regular mistreatment, specifically by one white supervisor who allegedly used derogatory language and engaged in discriminatory behavior. The lawsuit, filed in San Diego Superior Court, accuses Caltrans of failing to investigate or discipline the supervisor despite multiple complaints. Saucedo’s attorneys state that the lawsuit aims to shed light on the alleged racism and protect other Caltrans workers from similar … Read more

Conservative Activists Challenge Workplace Equity Programs Using Civil Rights Act of 1866

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NEW YORK — Opponents of workplace diversity programs are increasingly using a section of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 to challenge equity policies and funding for minority-owned businesses. Section 1981 of the act, originally intended to protect formerly enslaved people from economic exclusion, is now being weaponized by conservative activists, who are citing it in lawsuits against companies and institutions. The American Alliance for Equal Rights, run by conservative activist Edward Blum, is using Section 1981 to go after the Fearless Fund, a venture capital fund that invests in businesses owned by women of … Read more

Important Workplace Updates in Minnesota for 2023: New Laws and Penalties for Employers, Get Your Required Notices and Posters Now

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Mankato, Minnesota – As businesses in Minnesota enter the New Year, they are met with new laws and paperwork requirements. Among these obligations, employers are mandated to display certain posters and notify employees of their rights by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (MN DLI). Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant penalties. To ensure compliance, covered employers in Minnesota must prominently display the required workplace posters and provide mandatory notices to their employees. The MN DLI website provides access to view and download all necessary state notices and posters. Employers … Read more

New York State Implements Sweeping Workplace Legislation: Minimum Wage Hike, Non-Disclosure Agreement Restrictions, and More in 2023 and Beyond

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NEW YORK (AP) — New York State and New York City have implemented a wave of new workplace legislation that will impact employers in the coming year. These new laws include minimum wage increases, new compensation-related laws, expanded protections against discrimination, and employer compliance mandates. Let’s take a closer look at the key legislation implemented in 2023 and the laws set to take effect in 2024. Starting with minimum wage increases, the minimum wage rate in New York State has increased from $15 to $16 for workers in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, … Read more