The Ninth Circuit held that the EFAA covers claims that arise during an ongoing arbitration, and that those claims remain eligible for its protections. The court also ruled that mere participation in arbitration for a year does not bar plaintiffs from later seeking an exemption under the EFAA.
A new study finds companies that roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion programs do not see improved financial performance. Public policy scholars say many large firms appear to have bowed to political pressure without any economic gain.
This week’s roundup highlights Bank of America’s new policy banning consecutive remote workdays, reflecting a shift toward stricter hybrid-work expectations. It also includes HR Dive’s summer reading list for 2026 and other notable HR and talent-development stories from the past week.
As organizations rely more on cross-functional teams and external partnerships, leadership success depends not just on technical execution but on social capital—trust, credibility, and networks that enable influence, visibility, and advocacy. Yet most development programs focus on performance skills