General Contractor Not Responsible for Death of Subcontractor’s Employee
The family of a man who died after a forklift fell on top of him while he was changing...
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How to Maintain a Professional Presence on the Phone
Whether you’re job hunting or starting a temporary new business, consider getting a second phone number, writes career columnist...
Spotlight Benefits’ Value During Open Enrollment
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of helping employees maintain physical, mental and financial health, making this year’s...
Pandemic Could Worsen the Gender Pay Gap
Women have a higher risk of suffering greater penalties in earnings as result of the COVID-19 pandemic, pay analysts...
How to Encourage Employees to Take Vacation
Many HR professionals across the country are struggling with how to convince employees to take vacation. They worry that...
In Spain, Employers Contend with Pandemic’s Changing Impact
Employers in Spain are contending with the ongoing effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to raise health and...
Ask HR: Can I Collect Unemployment If I Can’t Return to Work Due to Lack of Child Care?
Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, employees are able to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave...
Legislation Would Require Federal Reserve to Focus on Racial Equity
Lawmakers recently introduced a bill that would require the Federal Reserve System to take steps to eliminate racial disparities...
Bank Executive Can Keep $6M Award for Defamation Based on HR Practices
A bank executive who was fired based on false claims his subordinates made about him to HR was entitled...
CDC Updates Timeline for COVID Quarantines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated guidance for how long employees should be quarantined at...
7 Legislative Issues for California Employers to Watch
California legislators have until the end of August to approve bills for this session, and Gov. Gavin Newsom has...
EEOC: Accommodate Individuals Who Are Lawfully Using Opioids
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) clarified that individuals who are lawfully using opioid medication, are in treatment for...
Nearly 2 Million Jobs Gained in July; Unemployment Rate Drops to 10 Percent
U.S. payrolls rose by 1.8 million in July, about what was expected, as rising coronavirus cases have caused states...
Unemployment Claims Tick Down
States reported that 1.2 million U.S. workers filed for new unemployment benefits during the week ending Aug. 1, a...
Trump’s ‘Public Charge’ Rule OK to Proceed
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit ruled Aug. 5 that the Trump administration may implement its...
New DEI Roles Spike After Racial Justice Protests
Job openings for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) roles surged after the nationwide protests that followed the death of...
#NextChat: Tips for Successfully Onboarding New Employees
Strong onboarding strategies conducted shortly after hiring are critical to making new employees feel welcomed, included and knowledgeable about...
California Workers Seek Flexibility as Schools Continue Online This Fall
California’s new academic year begins soon, but for many students, going back to school means logging in to classes...
These Coronavirus-Related Workplace Issues May Lead to Lawsuits
The coronavirus pandemic has raised many workplace compliance issues—which can lead to lawsuits if employers don’t keep up with...
SHRM Names Blue Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity
Members of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity have been named as part of Together Forward @Work, a...