Gig companies have succeeded in arguing that food delivery platform requirements violate free speech rights, but they continue to face independent contractor classification lawsuits and mass arbitration from workers and state attorneys general. Gibson Dunn & Crutcher’s Michael Holecek spoke with Law360 about the gig economy’s wage and hour issues.
The Second Circuit will mull whether allegations must involve "lewd or romantic" conduct to be shielded by a 2022 law barring mandatory arbitration of sexual harassment claims, and the full Ninth Circuit will consider whether a Christian ministry can refuse to hire job applicants over their sexual orientation. Here's a look at six upcoming arguments that discrimination attorneys ought to keep an eye on.
Employers that foster neuroinclusive workplaces can boost morale and productivity while staving off potential legal exposure under antidiscrimination laws, attorneys say. Here are seven do's and don'ts for creating a welcoming environment for neurodivergent workers while mitigating the risk of implicit bias.