Philadelphia adopts regulations surrounding halted salary history ban
The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations released regulations interpreting portions of the city’s proposed Wage Equity Ordinance; however, the ordinance is currently on hold amid legal challenges from the city’s Chamber of Commerce. Read More
Rhode Island law prohibits employers from requesting tax documents from applicants
Employers operating in Rhode Island should note that the state has a law in place prohibiting employers from requesting tax-related documents from prospective employees as a condition of consideration for employment. Read More
EEOC complaint: Macy’s background check policies are discriminatory
A nonprofit organization filed a charge with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claiming the department store chain’s background check policies discriminate against applicants and employees with criminal histories. Read More
FTC publishes education piece on background check disclosure and authorization forms
The piece discusses several key items employers should consider to ensure they are complying with the Fair Credit Reporting Act’s disclosure requirements for the use of background screening reports. Read More
Philadelphia set to ban employers from asking about salary history
Philadelphia City Council passed an amendment to Title IX of The Philadelphia Code that will prohibit employers from inquiring about applicants’ or employees’ wage history at any stage in the hiring process. Read More