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Discrimination: EEOC Releases Long-Awaited GINA Regs on Genetic Information; What California Employers Need To Know
January 2011

Since the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) took effect in November 2009, some employers have struggled to determine exactly what they can and can't do under the law.

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Discrimination: Understanding the New Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)
February 2010
Advances in genetics have opened new pathways in medicine, allowing for earlier detection of illnesses like breast cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and colon cancer, and providing individuals the opportunity to take steps to reduce the likelihood of ever contracting certain disorders. Genetic knowledge also makes it possible to develop treatments that are more effective against certain diseases or have fewer side effects than current therapies. . . . more

Sample Policy: Equal Employment Opportunity
Updated February 2012
XYZ, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. XYZ also maintains a zero tolerance policy with respect to discrimination in its workplace. No manager or employee of the company will discriminate against . . . more

Bulletin: CEA Online Exclusive: Updated EEO Policy
July 2008
In this month's issue, we provide comprehensive coverage of GINA, the new federal Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act that prohibits employers from refusing to hire an applicant and from discharging or . . . more

Disability Discrimination: California High Court Clarifies Proof Burdens in Bias Suits; Good News for Employers
November 2007
Two years ago, a California appeals court, upholding a $2.6 million verdict for a disabled worker, sent a shock wave through the employer community with a decision that made it significantly harder for employers to defend disability bias suits . . . more

Disability Bias: Court Says Medical Exams Were Administered Prematurely; How to Stay Out of Trouble
May 2005
Richard Branton, Walber Leonel, and Vincent Fusco, all of whom have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), applied for flight attendant positions with American Airlines. American made offers of emplo . . . more

News Notes: Cirque Du Soleil Settles HIV Discrimination Charge
June 2004
The EEOC announced that international entertainment troupe Cirque du Soleil will pay $600,000 to settle a charge that it fired aerial gymnast Matthew Cusick for being HIV-positive . . . more

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