Executive Summary: The Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) has recently proposed a potentially costly rule requiring repair stations located outside the United States to implement programs for drug and alcohol testing of employees who perform maintenance work on US-based aircraft in domestic and international service.
Archives for December 18, 2023
California Labor Commissioner Publishes Updated FAQ for California Paid Sick Leave
In October, California passed Senate Bill (SB) 616, which increases the amount of paid sick leave employers are required to provide to California employees.
The Labor Commissioner recently published an updated Frequently Asked Questions page to cover changes made by SB 616. Click here for information of note from the FAQs.
How to Get the Honest Input You Need from Your Employees
A five-step process for leaders to tap into the unspoken insights of those around them.
Making Workplace Performance Reviews Positive
Beth Ridley, leadership expert and workplace culture consultant joins us with tips on creating a positive work environment.
Here’s how to make the most of your workplace health plan in 2024
There are steps you can take at the start of the new year to get the most out of your workplace health plan and to avoid surprising bills, experts say.
Confronting Anxiety About AI: Workplace Strategies For Employee Mental Health
While the full integration of AI into the workplace remains on the horizon, its mental health impact on employees is already being felt.
The ultimate workplace icks: from indoor vaping to bragging about wild swimming
Forget stealing your colleagues’ milk. There are so many new ways to annoy them – whether it’s boasting about your physical prowess or filming videos in the office
5 Powerful Strategies To Build Trust In The Workplace
Trust in the workplace is essential for companies and teams to thrive.
Disney Faces Mass Rebellion From Female Workers Over Pay
The Walt Disney Company is facing more legal woes, after it was ruled that almost 9,000 workers can sue the entertainment giant over allegations that women have been routinely paid less than men in various roles.
Religious exemptions from Title VII rules vary in courts
Christian companies have seen conflicting legal decisions about religious exemptions from Title VII LGBTQ rules after the U.S. Supreme Court said in 2020 that the statute prohibits bias based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
How labor unions found their footing in 2023
Labor unions enjoyed an extraordinary year in 2023.
Elon Musk Says DEI ‘Must Die’ And Criticizes Diversity Schemes As ‘Discrimination’
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are a form of discrimination and must end, billionaire Elon Musk said Friday, his latest tirade against political correctness and “woke” culture amid growing criticism that his social media platform X is amplifying hateful and antisemitic content.
Dancers of All Sizes Hope Change Follows a Discrimination Ban
A law in New York City, a major dance capital, that protects artists against weight and height discrimination aims to give everyone a fairer shot.
Stressed-out employees are multitasking to survive virtual meetings–and bosses hate it
Many managers–perhaps even you–feel frustrated that their employees may be multitasking during videoconference meetings. In fact, when helping clients figure out their hybrid work policies, many managers tell me they want employees to return to the office so that they can be confident their staff are actually paying attention and are fully present during meetings.