The days may be numbered for Puerto Rico’s 2017 employment reform law. Legislators in the House of Representatives have approved a bill that would repeal or modify parts of the current law.
Archives for May 10, 2021
Wild Fork Foods to Pay $130k to Settle EEOC Suit for National Origin / Race Harassment and Retaliation
Food Ventures North America, Inc., doing business as Wild Fork Foods, a member of the JBS USA family of companies, has agreed to pay $130,000 to settle a national origin and race discrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced today.
Mother and Daughter Do the Same Job. Why Does One Make $9 More an Hour?
These differences come down to where Brittany and Danielle live.
How to Set Up a Remote Employee for Success on Day One
Four strategies for managers.
Chipotle Mexican Grill is raising wages to an average of $15 an hour by June and offering cash referrals to employees as the chain seeks 20,000 workers
Chipotle said workers are needed for busier stores, as well as 200 new restaurants planned in 2021.
‘I don’t know how I can survive.’ Women have been hit hardest by COVID’s economic toll
Alejandra Siciliano was terrified of catching COVID-19 while working as a hotel housekeeper. Laid off in March, she now prays for any job to pay the bills.
How to inspire and empower your remote or hybrid workforce
Four experts explain to Information Age how organisations can inspire and empower your remote or hybrid workforce in the new normal
How The Pandemic Has Empowered The Workforce
2020 was the year of change, and now 2021 is the year of the worker.
Autism Awareness: Six Steps For Greater Inclusion In The Workplace
Imagine you have an employee who excels at pattern recognition, thinks “outside of the box” and has extreme attention to detail.
Four Ways Leaders Can Promote Workplace Wellbeing
As the economy reopens and people return to work, many individuals are feeling increased anxiety and stress.
Employers React to Workers Who Refuse a COVID-19 Vaccination
As COVID-19 vaccines become widely available, many employers are asking if they can require employees to get vaccinated, and what they can do if workers refuse. Some employers are firing workers who won’t take the vaccine.
Alabama Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana: Roll Tide! (and a Joint?)
On May 6, 2021, the Alabama legislature approved a medical marijuana legalization bill. Senate Bill (SB) 46, more commonly known as the Darren Wesley ‘Ato’ Hall Compassion Act, will now go to Governor Kay Ivey for final approval. Governor Ivey has not indicated that she will veto the bill, although
Ninth Circuit: ERISA Does Not Bar Forum Selection Clauses
Aligning itself with other circuit courts that have ruled on the issue, the Ninth Circuit recently held that ERISA does not bar forum selection clauses in benefit plans. The background of the case and the Ninth Circuit’s ruling are straightforward. Plaintiff filed a putative class action in the Northern District
Washingtonian CEO Is Right and Wrong About Returning to the Office
Working in the office was the rule until companies and governments encouraged everyone to stay home due to the Covid-19 outbreak. The vaccine is available to everyone over 16 who wants it, and infection rates are down in most areas. Several states have lifted their Covid restrictions altogether.
It’s time