Amazon agreed to pay $3.7 million to settle allegations of violating Seattle's gig worker protections through its Flex program, without admitting wrongdoing. The funds cover back pay and penalties amid the city's push for fair pay and transparency. This reflects ongoing tensions in the gig economy, potentially influencing industry practices nationwide.
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) faces a lawsuit from former employee Jenean Hill alleging racial discrimination and retaliation after her 2022 termination. Ironically, SHRM sought to exclude evidence of its HR expertise in court to avoid heightened scrutiny, sparking debates on hypocrisy. The case highlights accountability gaps in HR leadership.
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