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Company’s inability to explain one manager’s firing over another keeps FMLA claim alive

Company’s inability to explain one manager’s firing over another keeps FMLA claim alive

A court allowed an FMLA claim to proceed after the employer failed to explain why one manager was fired but a similar manager was not, underscoring the importance of comparators in leave-related litigation. Employers should ensure consistent treatment and clear documentation of reasons for adverse a

HR Dive by Emilie Shumway
03 Sep 2026
Employers predict moderate pay increases for fourth consecutive year

Employers predict moderate pay increases for fourth consecutive year

Employers forecast moderate pay increases for the fourth consecutive year. Marsh cautions that compensation decisions often continue well beyond the annual merit cycle, reflecting ongoing adjustments throughout the year.

HR Dive by Ginger Christ
03 Sep 2026
Data center employers face acute shortage of skilled workers, report finds

Data center employers face acute shortage of skilled workers, report finds

A recent report finds data center employers are facing an acute shortage of skilled workers. Kelly Services recommends recruiting from adjacent sectors like telecommunications and utility grid operations to help build a sustainable talent pipeline.

HR Dive by Laurel Kalser
03 Sep 2026
Employees say only 60% of onboarding materials are necessary

Employees say only 60% of onboarding materials are necessary

An Adobe survey found new hires receive about 13 onboarding documents in their first week, yet employees say only roughly 60% of those materials are necessary. This gap suggests organizations could streamline onboarding to reduce information overload and improve effectiveness.

HR Dive by Lara Ewen
03 Sep 2026
4th Circuit backs worker who cited the Bible in abstaining from COVID vaccine policy

4th Circuit backs worker who cited the Bible in abstaining from COVID vaccine policy

The Fourth Circuit sided with an employee who relied on the Bible to seek an exemption from an employer’s COVID-19 vaccination policy. The ruling underscores that federal courts are closely scrutinizing the sincerity and nature of religious beliefs in vaccine-mandate challenges, with important impli

HR Dive by Ryan Golden
02 Sep 2026
Cotopaxi repays workers at Taiwan mills for predatory recruitment fees

Cotopaxi repays workers at Taiwan mills for predatory recruitment fees

Outdoor apparel brand Cotopaxi has reimbursed workers at two Taiwan fabric mills for predatory recruitment fees after unethical hiring practices were identified in 2024. The company says it is implementing remediation measures to address the abuses and prevent similar recruitment practices across it

HR Dive by Kelly Stroh
02 Sep 2026
Former Golden State Warriors employees allege retaliation for engagement survey responses

Former Golden State Warriors employees allege retaliation for engagement survey responses

Former Golden State Warriors employees say they faced discrimination, hostility and retaliation after responding to an internal engagement survey, alleging a hostile workplace environment. The Warriors have pushed back, calling the claims "without merit."

HR Dive by Ginger Christ
02 Sep 2026

EEOC wants to end demographic reporting. Smart companies won’t stop measuring.

With the EEOC moving to end required demographic reporting, employers face a choice between treating workforce data as mere compliance or as a leadership tool. Catalyst leaders urge that smart companies will continue collecting and analyzing demographic data to track progress, drive inclusion, and h

HR Dive by Jennifer McCollum and Laurie Henneborn
02 Sep 2026
The wavering economy ticks up as a factor in executive benefits decisions

The wavering economy ticks up as a factor in executive benefits decisions

Economic uncertainty is prompting companies to rethink executive benefits decisions, with retention and succession planning emerging as top priorities. However, many organizations still lack tailored benefits strategies to support leadership transitions, creating potential gaps in continuity and tal

HR Dive by David McCann
02 Sep 2026
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