The increase in remote workers has created many new and unique challenges for employers, one of which is how to onboard workers who never come to an office or job site.
Archives for June 20, 2022
Carried Interest/Promote in 2022: Action Items for Investment, Private Equity, Real Estate Fund Managers
Investment, private equity, and real estate fund managers should consider becoming familiar with the complex final regulations on the preferential tax treatment of “carried interest” under Section 1061 of the Internal Revenue Code (Code) that are generally effective for taxable years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2022.
Don’t Let Your Calendar Dictate Your DEI Initiatives
It’s good to honor Juneteenth or Pride month, but how are you showing up the rest of the year?
Starbucks Executive, Prominent in Push Against Union Drive, Will Leave
Rossann Williams, president of retail for North America, will depart after 17 years at the company, which said she declined a new position with Starbucks.
Deaf man receives $225K after being denied job due to disability, EEOC says
A construction company and its recruiter have been ordered to pay a deaf man $225,000 for denying him a job because of his disability.
Labor Law: Sexual harassment suit can proceed in case where firefighters viewed a nude video of colleague
A female Texas firefighter, who claimed that her male colleagues viewed a nude video of her that was stolen from her personal computer, can proceed with her claim of sexual harassment against her former employer, according to a recent opinion by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Commanders owner Dan Snyder cites business conflict in turning down offer to testify on workplace misconduct claims
The House Oversight and Reform Committee is blasting Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder after he declined to testify at an upcoming hearing on workplace misconduct claims related to the NFL franchise, saying he has a business conflict in France.
In a post-COVID workplace, is a ‘professional’ dress code still relevant?
Traditional professional attire can be exclusionary to marginalized groups
Will COVID’s legacy be a healthier workplace?
If there’s any silver lining to disasters, it’s that they can quickly change rules and behaviors in ways that save many more lives over the long term. It’s the same with COVID.
Why Many Employees Have Limited Legal Recourse After A Workplace Shooting
According to the FBI, there were 61 active shooter incidents in 2021.
The new workplace: what young starters need to know
The rise of hybrid working is making employers reassess the balance of online and in-person training for graduate recruits
The Real Reason ‘Cancel Culture’ Is Destroying the American Workplace
A new generation is entering the workforce as industry leaders are reinventing how workplaces operate in the 21st century.
New Program for At-Risk Youth Hopes to Close the Workplace Racial Equity Gap
In commemoration of Juneteenth, some companies are committing to hire at-risk youth.
Biden says he is proud of Apple workers who voted to join a union
U.S. President Joe Biden said he was “proud” of Apple Inc (AAPL.O) workers in Maryland who voted on Saturday to join a union, becoming the first retail employees of the tech giant to unionize in the United States.
A 4-Day Workweek? The Real Scoop
In this episode, Jen talks about the California Legislature’s 4-day workweek proposal, and the practical impact if it becomes law.