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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.
Read MoreDo you have employees who are always tattling on co-workers about minor rulebreaking? If so, don’t worry too much that the complaining employee can spin that into protected activity under whistleblowing provisions.
Read MoreThe lawsuit argues that the EEOC is legally obligated to process the complaints as part of its core mission to end workplace discrimination based on sex.
Read MoreThe One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings sweeping payroll and tax changes that HR teams must quickly adapt to—some already in effect as of Jan. 1, 2025.
Read MoreIn recent years, federal courts have consistently sided with workers who have run out of leave and still need more time off before returning to work. However, there is a limit to how much time the disabled employee can take off.
Read MoreLucas had been serving as acting chair since the beginning of the second Trump administration in January, presiding over an agency that does not have a quorum and cannot conduct substantial business until another commissioner is confirmed.
Read MoreOne 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.
Read MoreCan we talk about requesting FMLA for mental health needs and if there are any specific requirements for approval for this type of leave request?
Read MoreNew Hampshire recently passed an entirely new unpaid leave law, while Maryland has again delayed implementation of its own.
Read MoreProgressive 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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