The Sophisticated Employer Blog

Rumor-based sexual harassment claim draws attention in the form of nearly 50 amicus curiae briefs from across the country. This post explains why. 

Department of Labor takes another stab at issuing proposed new rules to address the salary threshold for “white collar” exemptions.

Following new court ruling, employers advised to make employee handbook Acknowledgement and Agreement forms stand-alone document, completely separate from employee handbooks.

If your company doesn't require employees to agree to a shortened limitations period to bring claims, you need to do that today!

Recent changes to Michigan law regarding medical marijuana, paid sick leave and minimum wage increases require immediate action by business owners and human resource professionals.

Uninformed employer decisions in whistleblower actions among the most treacherous and difficult to defend in court.

AARP lawsuit results in removal of employee incentives section from EEOC rules on employer-provided wellness plans.

With a stroke of Gov. Snyder’s pen, Michigan enacts legislation to provide paid medical leave and scheduled increases to the state’s minimum wage.

Remaining flexible on religious accommodations could help employers stay off the naughty list with Michigan’s courts.

U.S. Department of Education issues proposed Title IX guidelines that significantly impact educational institutions’ Title IX obligations and liability.