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Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break
Hosted by seasoned attorney Pam Howland, alongside attorneys Jennifer Walrath and Doug Plass, Ground Rules delivers employment law insights in bite-sized weekly episodes. With decades of courtroom experience, this dynamic trio has seen the costly consequences of legal missteps for employers—and they're here to help you avoid them.
Perfect for business owners, HR professionals, and supervisors, this podcast is your go-to guide for staying ahead of the curve on employment law, fostering compliant workplaces, and keeping your business out of the courthouse. Grab your coffee, tune in, and gain practical tips to protect and empower your team.
Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break
What the Latest IHRC Data Means for Idaho Employers
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The Idaho Human Rights Commission's latest annual report reveals a sharp increase in discrimination and harassment claims—but the numbers tell a more nuanced story than the headlines suggest.
In this episode, Pam Howland, Jennifer Walrath, and Doug Plass break down the FY2026 IHRC data, including the continued rise in disability accommodation claims, significant growth in pregnancy and sex discrimination allegations, and increasing religion and national origin complaints. They also discuss one encouraging statistic many employers overlook: nearly 79% of cases end with a finding of no probable cause, and mediation continues to resolve the vast majority of disputes successfully.
If you're an Idaho employer, HR professional, or supervisor, this episode will help you understand what these trends mean for your workplace and where to focus your compliance efforts before problems become legal claims.
*Ground Rules hosts and guests are not providing legal advice in this podcast. Do not act upon any of the information discussed in this podcast without first consulting a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.*
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