Knowledge workers lean on AI as workloads increase
As knowledge workers face rising workloads, many are turning to AI to alleviate mundane tasks. A recent Wrike report reveals that employees spend almost half their week on low-priority work, underlining AI’s growing role in enhancing productivity.
From Delta Air Lines to Costco, some companies say they’ll stick with DEI
The president’s push against diversity programs has led many big employers to announce rollbacks, but others are defending the initiatives as good for busineWhy Employee Engagement Might Just Be Your Best Investment in 2025 Employees are the lifeblood of any organization, but how do you keep them motivated, engaged and enthusiastic in the workplace? How AI Can Help Combat Quiet Quitting in the Workplace Quiet quitting continues to be a key challenge for employers, especially in hybrid work environments.
Mile Hi Foods Settles for $1.5M Over Alleged Refusal to Hire Women, Black and Afghan Workers
The complaint alleged that when the HR manager opposed the company’s hiring practices, Mile Hi unlawfully retaliated by harassing and ultimately discharging her.
Ground Zero Blues Club to Pay $35,000 in EEOC Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Lawsuit
Ground Zero Biloxi LLC, operator of the Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi, Mississippi, agreed to pay $35,000 and provide other relief to settle a federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and retaliation against a former assistant manager.
EEOC Sues Washington University for Retaliation
A federal lawsuit alleges Washington University fired an employee after she complained of race discrimination related to mandatory DEI training.
Apple Settles EEOC Claims It Denied Jewish Worker Sabbath Days Off
Apple agreed to a consent decree resolving EEOC claims that it failed to accommodate a Jewish employee’s Sabbath observance, although the company denies the allegations, according to court documents.
The Nashville provider of graduate medical education agreed to pay $200,000 to settle a federal lawsuit alleging it denied a physician a promotion because of race, national origin and age.
Houston Utility Contractor Fined $343,000 After Excavation Collapse Hospitalizes Worker
A Department of Labor investigation found that the construction company exposed employees to workplace safety hazards following an excavation collapse at a Brazoria County job site.
Automotive Service Provider Agrees to Pay $174,000 to Settle Federal Safety Violations
Monro Inc. agreed to pay $174,000 in penalties and implement worker protections after investigators identified seven safety violations at its Norwich facility.
FleetPride Cited for 16 Serious Safety Violations Following Worker Fatality
Federal investigators cited the big-rig parts distributor for confined-space and other workplace hazards discovered during an investigation into a fatal incident at its Corpus Christi facility.
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