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Detroit Representative’s Aide Sues His Office Alleging Age Bias

An aide to Michigan congressman Shri Thanedar, has sued the office claiming she’s been subjected to age discrimination.

Southwest Must Face Pilot Union’s Lawsuit, Fifth Circuit Rules

Southwest Airlines Co.'s pilot union can move forward with its lawsuit alleging the company illegally intimidated and disciplined pilots for labor organizing, a federal appeals court ruled.

Looming EU Pay Disclosure Rules Catch Most Companies Unprepared

Businesses eyeing pay transparency reporting requirements in Europe aren’t ready yet for looming new rules, according to a new study.

California Parties Must Allege Judge Bias as Early as Possible

Litigants must seek a judge’s disqualification at the earliest possible moment after discovering facts that support an allegation of bias, California’s top court ruled.

Cincinnati School District Sued Over Teacher’s ASL Interpreter

A deaf Ohio public school American Sign Language teacher sued the district for its alleged failure to accommodate her request of providing her with an interpreter so she could effectively perform her job duties.

Former Designer Sues General Motors, Says Firing Was Retaliatory

General Motors LLC is facing a new lawsuit in federal court from a former employee alleging gender discrimination and retaliation in violation of Title VII and Michigan law.

Federal Data Crackdown Poses Risks to 401(k) Student Loan Match

A federal government crackdown on consumer information leaks is threatening new tax code provisions designed to let employers help their workers save for retirement while paying off college debt.

Santé Hedge Fund Worker’s Jury Win in Bonus Suit Again in Peril

A former Santé Ventures marketing director who twice went to trial in her lawsuit seeking bonus payments must choose between seeing her $1.4 million jury verdict cut by $200,000 or preparing for a third trial, a federal judge said.

Adobe Ex-VP Sues Over Derogatory Remarks, Cartoon Comparison

Adobe Inc. was hit with a lawsuit by a former assistant vice president who says he was discriminated against and subjected to retaliation based on his race and color in violation of federal and state employment laws.

Debt Collector to Pay $60,000 in Religious Discrimination Suit

A debt collection service provider will pay $60,000 to settle claims it denied an employee unpaid time off to observe religious holidays, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced Friday.