Archives for January 2025
EEOC commissioner fired by Trump hires Kavanaugh accuser’s lawyers
Charlotte Burrows, a Democratic member and former chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission fired by Republican President Donald Trump, has hired a pair of Washington lawyers known for pursuing high-profile employment and sexual misconduct allegations.
Federal employees are ping-ponging between outrage, despair, and confusion as Trump’s payout offer hits inboxes
One federal employee who voted for Trump twice said they “had hope that he would fulfill his promises.” After the payout offer, “that hope disappeared.”
Power At Work Special Blogcast: Labor Grammys Awards Ceremony
In this special blogcast, Burnes Center Senior Fellow Seth Harris is joined by music and labor experts to reveal the results of Power At Work’s #LaborGrammys2025. This awards ceremony features Elise Bryant, the founder-director of the DC Labor Chorus and co-host of the Labor Heritage Power Hour podcast; Chris Garlock,
Your boss says they care about your well-being, but that’s only true if they prioritize these 4 things
These four pillars of workplace well-being offer a comprehensive approach to fostering a healthier, more productive workforce.
Research: What Explains the “Vibecession”?
Many reports have shown that Americans are pessimistic about the economy — and their place in it — despite indicators that the labor market is robust and the economy is thriving. In order to explore why this pessimism persists, researchers at data and technnology firm Numerator analyzed the spending habits of 150,000 customers from 2019 to 2024 and then surveyed a representative sample (over 4,500 people) to examine what’s driving that sentiment. They found that people are spending more and doing better than they were before the pandemic, but they’re also having to put in more effort, which leaves them frustrated and tired. Additionally the gaps in spending habits between income brackets has widened greatly since 2021—those in the highest income bracket are spending relatively much more than those in the lowest bracket, making those who earn less feel left behind.
How emotional intelligence can help us reinvent ourselves at work
Emotional intelligence is only going to become even more critical to reinvention in the workplace, argues this expert.
4 Ways To Use Neuroscience To Train Your Brain And Succeed At Work
Learn 4 ways to train your brain to succeed at work: rewire habits, challenge biases, bridge divides, and embrace failure. Practice makes perfect.
NY Proposes AI Layoff Disclosure Rule Under WARN Act
New York could be the first state in the nation to require that employers disclose when mass layoffs are related to the adoption of AI.
How Trump’s EEOC, NLRB Firings Could Impact Recent Labor Rulings
President Donald Trump’s recent shake-up of the EEOC and NLRB may lead to fallout for recent rulings on labor protections and other workplace regulations.
Ask HR: Will AI Take My Job?
Adapt to artificial intelligence in the workplace. Also, learn what steps to take when terminated while on FMLA leave.
Employer Reactions to Federal Funding Freeze Could Have WARN Act Consequences
TakeawaysEmployers must be aware of the WARN Act and state counterparts when taking employment actions in response to the potential federal funding freeze. Although certain WARN Act exceptions may be available, employers must act quickly regarding notifications in order to rely on those exceptions.Employers should consult with attorneys experienced in the WARN Act when considering any employment actions in response to the federal funding freeze.Links
PEO Reporting Requirements Update
Bill (S2357) went into effect July 31, 2023, and changes PEO reporting requirements in New Jersey regarding separation of employment.
3 Takeaways From Trump’s NLRB Leadership Shake-Up
Alex MacDonald says President Trump’s unprecedented termination of NLRB Member Gwynne Wilcox presents a test of an evolving theory of the president’s power to remove NLRB members.
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Union Rates See Continued Drop In 2024, BLS Says
Alex MacDonald says the overall trend shows unionization rates have been declining for decades dating back to the 1950s.
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