As we quickly approach Election Day in November, political discussions can dominate daily life, including in the workplace.
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HHS OCR’s Fourth Ransomware Investigation + Settlement: Key Takeaways for Healthcare Providers
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced its fourth cybersecurity investigation and settlement, noting a 264% increase in significant ransomware breaches since 2018. A recent settlement with a medium-sized healthcare provider involved a $250,000 payment and commitments to enhance the security of Protected Health Information (PHI). This investigation and
Work This Way: Labor & Employment Law Podcast | Episode 33: Generations in the Workplace with Caroline Warner of The SC Power Team, Part 1
Work This Way: Labor & Employment Law Podcast | Episode 32: Trade Secrets and Protecting Confidential Information Part 2 with Jennie Cluverius
What U.S. Healthcare Providers Trying to Leverage AI Can Learn from Australia Privacy Regulator’s Investigation into I-MED Radiology Network
Leveraging AI in healthcare requires vast amounts of data, but navigating privacy and data security laws is crucial. A recent investigation into Australia’s I-MED Radiology Network highlights concerns about using medical data for AI. This case offers valuable insights for U.S. providers, especially regarding compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
Five-Star High School Football Player Sues North Carolina State Board of Education Over NIL Prohibitions
Rolanda Brandon—the mother of sixteen-year-old star quarterback Faizon Brandon, the Greensboro, North Carolina, Grimsley High School football player who has committed to play for the University of Tennessee Volunteers in 2026—recently filed a lawsuit on behalf of her son in Wake County Superior Court, challenging the North Carolina State Board
With New Record and Transcribe Tools, Should Employers Be Concerned?
New advanced features built into smartphones, mobile devices, and other applications allow individuals to record and transcribe phone calls and meetings more easily than ever before. While such tools can improve employee efficiency, they raise concerns for employers with privacy and potential legal liability for unconsented recordings.
An Employment Law Prelude to SCOTUS’s October Term
HR Integrity: Sometimes It’s Easier Said than Done
In this episode, Jen encourage HR professionals to do what is right, no matter what.
New FDIC Regulations to Ease Section 19 Criminal History Hiring Restrictions Take Effect October 1
New revisions to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) regulations that will ease the restrictions on financial institutions hiring individuals with criminal histories—even for some with criminal offenses related to possession with the intent to distribute illegal drugs—are set to take effect on October 1, 2024.
UK Whistleblowing Update: Three Key Cases
2024 has been a fruitful year in the UK for whistleblowing law so far, with three key cases employers should be aware of:
Can an external job applicant qualify as a whistleblower?
One of the very first questions to ask when presented with a whistleblowing claim in the UK is
Key Takeaways for Healthcare Providers Following HHS OCR’s Most Recent Ransomware Investigation
Announcing its fourth ransomware cybersecurity investigation and settlement, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) also observed there has been a 264% increase in large ransomware breaches since 2018.
Here, the OCR reached an agreement with a medium-size private healthcare provider following a ransomware attack relating to potential violations of the
Gotta tip ’em all? Understanding the UK’s new gratuity rules
This article was originally posted in International Employment Lawyer.
How Manufacturers Can Avoid Potential Pitfalls of AI-Based Recruitment
The manufacturing industry is familiar with strategically integrating automation tools and technologies to address labor shortages and promote safety and productivity in the workplace. Manufacturers exploring the potential uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment as a natural extension of their automation efforts should consider the legal concerns — including potential discrimination and bias inherent in such use.
Policy/Procedure 101
In this episode, Jen reminds us why compliant policies and procedures are critical to avoiding employment law liability.