Pay Equity: Navigating Legal Challenges and Meeting Workforce Demands
Carol Goodman, co-chair of Herrick's Litigation Department and chair of the firm's Employment Practice, moderated a panel discussion at ALM's General Counsel Conference East titled "Pay Equity: Navigating Legal Challenges and Meeting Workforce Demands."
This panel provided General Counsels with a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape of pay equity, as well as the evolving demands from the workforce. Participants gained insights into the latest legal requirements, litigation risks and best practices for ensuring equitable pay within their organizations. Additionally, this session explored methods organizations can take to align corporate policies with labor expectations.
Discussion topics included:
- Current legal requirements related to pay equity, including federal and state laws, recent case law, and enforcement trends.
- Identifying potential litigation risks associated with pay disparities and develop strategies to mitigate these risks through proactive compliance and internal audits.
- Best practices for conducting pay audits, addressing identified disparities, and ensuring ongoing compliance with pay equity laws.
- Understanding the evolving demands of the workforce regarding pay equity and transparency.
- How to effectively communicate and implement policies that meet these expectations.
- Strategies for fostering a culture of fairness and inclusivity within your organization, including engaging with stakeholders, providing training, and promoting an equitable workplace environment.
Speakers:
- Larissa Boz, Senior Counsel, Global Employment - Squarespace
- Katie Dugan, VP, Global Labor & Employment - Match Group
- Elizabeth Small of The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP)
- Carol Goodman, Partner; Co-Chair, Litigation Department; Chair, Employment Practice - Herrick, Feinstein LLP