DEI and private affirmative action programs have been under attack by conservative legal groups since the Supreme Court’s decision in the Harvard and UNC cases. While their legal challenges have not been successful to date, the battle is continuing- and escalating. Thanks to Brit Morse and Inc. Magazine for asking me to comment on this issue. Read my comments here.
Pay Transparency Is Here To Stay
The New York City Pay Transparency law has become a major topic of discussion (and frustration) for employers and workers in New York City and beyond. I spent a few minutes discussing this new law with my good friend (and talented TV host!) David Lesch. You can watch the interview here.
The Great Resignation and the Future of Work
You can read my thoughts on the future of the workplace in this interview with Authority Magazine.
Leave Your Mark Podcast
Aliza Licht’s LEAVE YOUR MARK podcast has always been at the top of my listening list. So it was a huge honor - and so much fun - to join Aliza and discuss current workplace issues. Our discussion covered layoffs (at twitter and elsewhere), salary transparency, negotiating job offers and so much more! You can listen here
Peter Rahbar on the Twitter Layoffs
Founder Peter Rahbar spoke with the Associated Press about the massive layoffs at Twitter.
Discussing Effective Leadership with LinkedIn News
Founder Peter Rahbar talked with LinkedIn news about evolving as a leader in 2022.
Peter Rahbar on the Chris Cuomo lawsuit
I spoke with Matthew Belloni of Puck regarding the Chris Cuomo lawsuit against CNN. You can find my comments here.
Peter Rahbar On Unemployment Insurance For Freelancers
As a result of the CARES Act, many freelancers are now able to apply for unemployment insurance benefits. Founder Peter Rahbar spoke with The Riveter about this complicated new process which is definitely not working as well as it should. Read the article here.
Peter Rahbar Talks About COVID-19 Employment Issues
Founder Peter Rahbar appeared on Legal Marketing Coffee Talk to discuss employment issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. You can watch the video here.
The Rahbar Group in The New York Post
When Aliza Licht reached out to discuss whisper networks, I was excited to contribute some thoughts based on recent experiences with clients. This is a very real and relevant issue for both sides of the employer/employee relationship, as it shows the power of information and how technology is transforming the modern workplace. Read the article here.
Interview with Peter Rahbar
Founder Peter Rahbar was interviewed by Stirling Faux of Roundhouse Radio regarding men and women who are avoiding each other in the workplace. You can listen to the interview here.
The Rahbar Group in The New York Times
Founder Peter Rahbar was interviewed by The New York Times on the legality of managers refusing to interact alone with employees of the opposite sex. You can read it here.