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Archives for November 12, 2024
Something Deeper Than Control Is Driving Restrictive Work Mandates
Despite overwhelming research that flexibility is good for productivity, employers are still clinging to outdated ways of working for two dark reasons.
The productivity paradox: Debunking 4 common workplace wellbeing myths
By incorporating flexibility, leveraging autonomy, emphasizing deep work, and recognizing the importance of recovery, organizations can foster environments where people can feel and perform their best.
Don’t Overlook These 3 Experiences on a Résumé
Think a candidate’s qualifications might not fit the bill? There could be more than meets the eye.
Workplace Besties: Weighing The Impact Of Friendships At Work
Activities like after-work drinks, team sports, and shared meals foster camaraderie, reducing isolation and adding support within the work environment.
How In-Office Work Fuels Mentorship, Creativity and Career Growth
While remote work has its advantages, the unique opportunities of in-person work are irreplaceable for many businesses.
Tia Martarella Discusses Potential Shifts in Employee Benefits Under Trump Administration
Tia Martarella discusses the likelihood for major shifts employee benefit laws under Trump’s second term and key areas to watch in “5 Ways Trump’s Election Could Change Employee Benefits,” published by Law360. Subscription may be required to view article
Understanding Argentina under Milei’s Revolutionary Changes
2025 Construction Law Briefing with Maynard Nexsen and Indaco Risk Advisors
Human Resources’ Role in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity, Part V: Ethical Obligations When Responding to a Breach of Employee Data
In today’s digital landscape, many organizations will likely face the unfortunate reality of a breach of employee data. The human resources department is the critical link between safeguarding a company’s reputation and championing employees’ data privacy rights. The first article in this series provided an overview of privacy basics. The
Language Matters: How the New Fair Choice Rule is Shaping the Construction Industry
The National Labor Relations Board’s Fair Choice-Employee Voice Final Rule was enacted on September 30, 2024, significantly changing union elections.
Nebraska Says Yes to Marijuana Measure, but Florida, North Dakota, and South Dakota Just Say No
Efforts to legalize marijuana failed in three states and succeeded in one state on November 5, 2024.
Recent Court Ruling Creates Holiday Incentive Pay Twist for Colorado Employers
Takeaways:A recent Colorado Supreme Court decision deviates from federal law by requiring holiday incentive pay to be included in the regular rate for overtime purposes.Employers covered by Colorado’s COMPS Order 39 should not follow the FLSA when considering holiday pay for purposes of overtime calculation.Colorado employers should review their pay policies and practices and consider drawing a clear distinction between “holiday pay” and “holiday incentive pay” in their policies and practices.Related link:
What Illinois Employers Using E-Verify Should Know About the New Requirements Effective 2025
An amendment to the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act going into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, imposes many new obligations on employers regarding the use of E-Verify – some that go beyond federal E-Verify requirements. The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has published guidance on the law
NLRB Overturns 40-Year-Old Precedent That Allowed Employers to Warn Employees Organizing Will Change Workplace Dynamic
On November 8, 2024, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that telling employees unionization could impact their relationship with their employer may violate the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), overturning forty-year-old Board precedent that had held such statements did not violate the Act.