Posts Tagged ‘Pay Disparity’
Amazon Gender Pay Disparity: Tech Giant Faces Class Action Lawsuit
Three women have filed a class action lawsuit against Amazon, alleging systematic gender pay discrimination. The plaintiffs allege that Amazon gender pay disparity arose from its compensation system, resulting in: “the disproportionate underpayment of women as compared to their similarly-situated male counterparts.” Attorneys acting for the plaintiffs note that the equal pay lawsuit is the…
Read More7 Metrics for Monitoring the Effectiveness of DEI Initiatives
Pay equity and pay disparity have achieved prominence in recent years following the recognition that, despite years of attention, inequities continue to exist—especially among women and people of color (POC). The intersectionality of pay equity and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) represents the recognition that pay disparities such as wage gaps are influenced not only…
Read MorePay Equity is the Key to Achieving the “S” in ESG
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting have become vital considerations for employers. But rather than seeing the requirements as an additional reporting burden or a distraction, a focus on the “S” in ESG can have a positive impact on financial performance and brand reputation. S in ESG relates to the…
Read MoreDon’t Gamify Your Pay Equity Analysis
Defining pay equity goals for your organization is one thing, choosing a solution is another. And it’s an important decision for employers because the wrong solution could put you in a worse position than when you set out to achieve your goals. In this piece, we will be talking about the importance of choosing an…
Read MoreEqual Pay for Equal Play: Will Female Athletes Achieve Pay Equity?
Over time, athletes have become real-life superheroes. Whether it’s through their perceived superhuman strength and performance in their respective sports, or through their growing level of celebrity thanks to social media platforms, the visibility of athletes has far exceeded that coveted spot on a Wheaties box. And they’ve been compensated generously for that – or…
Read MoreBanning Salary History: One Step Toward Establishing Pay Equity
Anyone who has ever completed a job application remembers the dreaded portion requesting salary history. It was a trap, really, as potential employers were able to contact the former jobs of their applicants and request that history themselves. So even if you desired more money, it was nearly impossible to request that without contractual pushback.…
Read MoreSalary History Ruled Not a Defense in Equal Pay Case
A recent federal court ruling solidifies the prohibition on employers in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington from using salary history as an affirmative defense to an equal pay claim. On February 27, 2020, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decided Rizo v. Yovino, a decision prompted by the case of…
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