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Harper v. Sirius XM: The Real Implications Of Using AI Hiring Tools
A federal lawsuit against Sirius XM alleges that its AI-powered applicant screening tool discriminates against African American job seekers by using data points like zip codes and school history as proxies for race. The case tests whether employers can be held liable under Title VII when algorithmic hiring systems produce discriminatory outcomes, even when using seemingly neutral criteria.
United States Employment
Metz Lewis Brodman Must O'Keefe
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What Is The Sound Without The Fury? Not Protected Activity
When does an employee complaint trigger federal anti-retaliation protection, and when is it simply workplace friction? The Eighth Circuit's recent decision in Joseph v. Thomas-Grace Construction clarifies that Title VII protects opposition to unlawful discrimination, not general dissatisfaction with management style, supervision methods, or workplace dynamics. This case offers critical guidance on distinguishing protected activity from ordinary workplace grievances and demonstrates how timing, documentation
United States Employment
FL
Foley & Lardner
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Unread And Unenforceable: Ninth Circuit Says Unopened Arbitration Emails Don’t Seal The Deal
The Ninth Circuit has ruled that simply sending arbitration agreement emails to employees is insufficient to establish mutual assent under California law. In Rickes v. Thermo Fisher Scientific, the court found that employers must demonstrate affirmative employee engagement—such as clicking through acknowledgments or checking boxes—rather than relying on passive opt-out frameworks and unopened emails to enforce arbitration agreements.
United States Employment
BT
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
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Employee Rights/ Labour Relations

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Harper v. Sirius XM: The Real Implications Of Using AI Hiring Tools
A federal lawsuit against Sirius XM alleges that its AI-powered applicant screening tool discriminates against African American job seekers by using data points like zip codes and school history as proxies for race. The case tests whether employers can be held liable under Title VII when algorithmic hiring systems produce discriminatory outcomes, even when using seemingly neutral criteria.
United States Employment
Metz Lewis Brodman Must O'Keefe
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What Is The Sound Without The Fury? Not Protected Activity
When does an employee complaint trigger federal anti-retaliation protection, and when is it simply workplace friction? The Eighth Circuit's recent decision in Joseph v. Thomas-Grace Construction clarifies that Title VII protects opposition to unlawful discrimination, not general dissatisfaction with management style, supervision methods, or workplace dynamics. This case offers critical guidance on distinguishing protected activity from ordinary workplace grievances and demonstrates how timing, documentation
United States Employment
FL
Foley & Lardner
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Outsourcing

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Why Outsourcing Is Becoming The Next Evolution For Family Offices
Family offices are grappling with mounting operational complexity, talent shortages, and succession challenges that strain traditional in-house models. As wealth structures expand across investments, entities, and philanthropic activities, many families are reconsidering whether every function should remain internal or if outsourced support could provide stronger continuity, specialized expertise, and improved coordination.
United States Wealth Mgt
MG
MGO CPA LLP
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Littler Lounge: Apps, LLCs, And Employment Law – Navigating The Contingent Workforce (Podcast)
The modern workforce has transformed dramatically, with individuals building client bases and working across state lines through digital platforms. Yet the employment laws governing these arrangements often date back to the 1930s, creating complex legal challenges when contemporary business models collide with outdated regulatory frameworks. This discussion examines the critical questions surrounding independent contractors, joint employment, gig work, and workforce design in today's evolving labor landscap
United States Employment
LM
Littler Mendelson
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Whistleblowing

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ARB Potentially Expands SOX Coverage For Private Companies And Broadly Interprets Protected Activity Standard
The U.S. Department of Labor Administrative Review Board (“ARB”) extended the potential reach of SOX whistleblower coverage to private companies whose subsidiaries are partially owned by a publicly traded company. It also confirmed that reports to external auditors and concerns raised through an employee’s ordinary job duties may constitute protected activity.
United States Employment
PR
Proskauer Rose LLP
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