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Utilizing AI tools without sacrificing credibility

The rise of tools like ChatGPT has made it easier than ever to draft reports, emails and even job postings in minutes. But speed doesn’t always translate to quality. HR managers must lead their teams in using AI responsibly—balancing efficiency with accuracy, professionalism and compliance.

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Do we have to let employees see their personnel files?

We have a former employee in Florida who is requesting several things from her personnel file. I believe this is not a law in Florida, as it is in California, that we need to provide a former employee access to their file. Are we legally obligated to provide anything to this employee?

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FMLA call-in rules: Can we set a 7-day window?

Is it acceptable to state: “Employees have seven calendar days to report a covered absence. Absences not reported within seven calendar days can still be counted towards FMLA/ADA/PWFA; however, the employee will be held accountable for failure to report in a timely manner”?

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Social media meets HR: Strategies to manage legal risks and viral moments

Social media activity—from an employee’s seemingly harmless TikTok to a CEO’s ill-advised Instagram story—can trigger lawsuits, government investigations or viral outrage that damages a brand overnight. For HR professionals, managing these risks is now a core part of the role.

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Political shifts prompt DEI pullbacks—and ripple effects for workforce diversity

One in five companies has eliminated DEI programs, and another 10% have scaled back investments. These changes are largely driven by political pressures, with 74% of decision-makers citing the shift in climate as the primary reason for reductions.

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Surprise paid leave law hits New Hampshire while Maryland delays theirs

New Hampshire recently passed an entirely new unpaid leave law, while Maryland has again delayed implementation of its own.

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Leave room to bypass progressive discipline

Progressive discipline plans are great for correcting the behavior of employees in whom you have invested time and money and getting them back on track. But always leave yourself an “out” for those cases when retaining the worker just doesn’t make sense.

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DOJ clarifies guidance on discriminatory practices and DEI programs

The EEOC and the Department of Justice have been stamping out diversity, equity and inclusion programs in federal contractors’ and even private employers’ employment policies. New guidance from the DOJ for federal contractors clarifies how antidiscrimination laws apply to programs or initiatives involving discriminatory practices, including DEI programs.

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New state paid leave law changes kick in

Five states and the District of Columbia have changed their paid leave laws to provide greater protection for workers and greater burdens for employers.

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Paramount merger came with a DEI disclaimer

When Paramount sought to merge with Skydance, an apparent condition precedent for approval by the Federal Communications Commission was that the resulting merged organization eliminate all diversity, equity and inclusion programs or initiatives.

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