The use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) is on the rise everywhere – including in the workplace. Although it can be a useful time-saving tool, employers must ensure that their use of AI does not violate applicable employment laws.
Archives for May 29, 2024
Tia Martarella Comments on Employers’ Strategies for Arbitration Clauses in ERISA Plan Documents
Tia Martarella comments on the steps employer-side attorneys are taking to adjust their strategies for constructing arbitration clauses in plan documents that effectively navigate and comply with the current ruling in “ERISA Arbitration Backers See Hope In 2nd Circ. Dissent,” published by Law360.
White House Publishes Steps to Protect Workers from the Risks of AI
Last year the White House weighed in on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in businesses.
Since the executive order, several government entities including the Department of Labor have released guidance on the use of AI.
And now the White House published principles to protect workers when AI is used
Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP Moves to One Liberty Square
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Minnesota Job Postings Must Comply With New Compensation Disclosure Requirements Beginning January 2025
The final days of the 2024 Minnesota legislative session brought a flurry of activity impacting Minnesota employment laws, including many substantive changes to existing Minnesota employment laws and several new employment laws. One of the new laws is Minnesota Statutes section 181.173, requiring employers with at least 30 employees to
Vacation Starts By Deleting Work Apps On Your Phone
Instead of reading the novel or sipping the drink, you’re checking hundreds of Slack notifications that have popped up since you’ve been away.
EntertainHR: 9 to 5—Don’t Mess with Dolly
Summertime is nearing, and one of my favorite summer traditions after a long week is to make a big bowl of popcorn, get myself and my dog cozy on the couch, and turn on an old movie. Recently, I rewatched 9 to 5, a classic screwball comedy that will have
Maine DOL Issues Proposed Rules for Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
The Maine Department of Labor published proposed rules for Maine’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Program on May 20, 2024, providing initial clarification for employers regarding covered employees, contribution amounts, substitution of private plans, and other facets of the program established in July 2023. Public comment is available
It’s not a contest: Bragging about your work stress may make you seem less likable and incompetent, says new study
We’ve all experienced stress in the workplace at one time or another, and sometimes commiserating with your colleagues can lift some of that weight off your shoulders.
The work perk that GenZ really wants
Young workers value job flexibility nearly as much as competitive pay, a survey showed.
From colleague to computer: Navigating the blurred lines in tomorrow’s workplace
Why are Gen Z and millennial workers descending the corporate ladder?
Micromanaging leaders may be discouraging Gen Z and millennial workers from climbing the corporate ladder.
The Strengths, Weaknesses and Blind Spots of Managers
Worldwide, the cost of poor management and lost productivity from not engaged or actively disengaged employees is $8.8 trillion, or 9% of global GDP.
How To Bring The “Human” Back To Human Resources
HR gets a bad rap.
Making employees happier is not rocket science, if only bosses cared
Scarred by a previous job experience, the writer feels that bosses should be more alive to what makes workers tick and what makes them unhappy