Workplace harassment remains a pervasive issue in 2025, with recent government statistics showing that nearly 30% of workers experience some form of harassment annually. Sexual harassment and discrimination based on race or ethnicity continue to be the most common...
Month: January 2025
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Can employers use ‘wearables’ to collect data on workers?
Wearable technology in the workplace is becoming increasingly common. Often called "wearables," these digital gadgets worn on the body can track physical movements, collect health data, and monitor a person's location. Employers may use these devices to enhance worker...
Appeals court upholds $22M in backpay over showering time for workers
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit recently upheld a decision awarding $22.25 million in backpay to nearly 12,000 employees of East Penn Manufacturing. A federal jury previously found the Pennsylvania-based company violated the Fair Labor Standards Act...