Recreational use of marijuana for the past two years is legal — and rising — in Michigan, prompting some employers to loosen their drug policies even as industrial giants like Detroit’s automakers continue to bar pot from the workplace.
Archives for June 28, 2021
5 time management myths that affect your workplace productivity
Any phenomenon that becomes “fashionable” instantly acquires its own mythology.
High Turnover? Here Are 3 Things CEOs Do That Sabotage Their Workplace Culture
Every CEO wants long-standing employees, but their ineffective leadership causes organizational stress that cripples the workplace culture.
EEOC Extends Deadline to File EEO-1 Reports to August 23, 2021
On June 28, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that it is extending the July 19, 2021, deadline to submit and certify 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 reports to Monday, August 23, 2021. The EEOC still “encourage[s] eligible employers to file the required EEO-1 Component 1
New York Governor Signs Legislation Establishing Mandatory Staffing Committees for NY Hospitals
On June 22, 2021, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation (S.1168-A / A.108-B) requiring the establishment of clinical staffing committees in general hospitals. The staffing committees will be composed of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, ancillary staff members who provide direct patient care and hospital administrators.
Los Angeles Mayor Revises Existing, and Issues New, Order Requiring Paid Sick Leave for Absences Related to COVID-19 Vaccines
On June 24, 2021, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti revised his
SCOTUS Decides Two Cases with Labor and Employment Law Implications
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The United States Supreme Court recently issued two decisions related to California labor and employment law. In one decision, the Court held that a California regulation allowing labor organizers a right to access workplaces was a per se physical
Common Issues, Common Cause
In celebration of Pride Month, Jennifer Youpa (Dallas) interviews Shareholder and Littler Board Member Lee Schreter (Atlanta) about Lee’s experience coming out as a lesbian woman, the challenges and opportunities of intersectionality, and strategies for improved inclusion, equity and diversity across the legal profession.
What You Need to Know About HR Advocacy
1 hour of Business HRCI (pending) credit and 1 hour of SHRM credit Wednesday, June 30th at 2 pm CT.
Description:
Learn how HR advocacy impacts your workforce and the world of work. In this session HR professionals will learn best practices versus mandates and laws in order