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Most US employers plan to shift their benefit strategy in coming years, survey shows
Companies are making changes as a strategic tool to reduce costs and drive engagement, retention and purpose, WTW said.
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Sponsored by MultiplierPayroll under pressure: How AI is bridging the talent shortage
Payroll is evolving fast and AI is leading the charge.
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OSHA’s proposed cuts won’t affect enforcement: DOL chief
A smaller budget will “modernize and streamline” the department, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer said in a recent House committee hearing.
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Veteran can move forward with ADA lawsuit alleging PTSD-related firing
EEOC guidance reminds employers that it’s illegal to refuse to hire a military veteran solely because the veteran has PTSD, was previously diagnosed with PTSD, or because the employer assumes the veteran has PTSD.
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Tech recruiter settles DOJ claim alleging it favored H-1B holders over US workers
DOJ said “the days of the federal government looking the other way on American workforce protection are over.”
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Employee confidence dropped to a new low in May, Glassdoor says
Economic uncertainty and anxiety continue to drive employee confidence down month after month in 2025, a Glassdoor economist explained.
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Starbucks cafes are getting more managers
The cafe chain is launching a full-time assistant manager program, which will be systemwide in 2026, to fill a critical gap in store-level leadership.
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Equinox settles ADA claim alleging it denied request to delay interview due to period cramps
The EEOC claimed the fitness chain rejected the candidate, who had endometriosis, despite her qualifications.
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For revolving-door roles, prioritize attraction and onboarding, Indeed suggests
On the other hand, for low-mobility roles HR should prioritize internal development and retention strategies, the firm said.
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Unpredictable schedules may drive absenteeism, turnover
The same is true for schedules that workers view as unstable and outside of their control, Gallup found.
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How can hybrid arrangements work? Involve employees in decisions, Cisco says
Employees decried rigid RTO policies, poor communication and inadequate technology, according to a survey.
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Discount store Ollie’s can’t dodge lawsuit for quid pro quo sexual harassment scheduling scheme
The plaintiff alleged gender and disability discrimination, as well as retaliation.
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Ex-Real Brokerage CFO alleges pregnancy discrimination in lawsuit
The company manufactured an audit as grounds for the plaintiff’s termination to "clear the way for her less qualified and unencumbered male successor," the suit alleges.
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This week in 5 numbers: A third of workplace injuries happen to first-year employees
Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many weeks a major bank is letting employees work remotely.
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1 in 3 Americans recommend trade school for high school graduates
“The time has come to radically rethink how we’re preparing America’s future workforce,” the American Staffing Association’s CEO said.
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CFOs rethink defined benefit plans amid changing needs
With fluctuating interest rates and ongoing inflationary pressures, many CFOs are redefining the role of these pension plans, Mercer says.
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Workplace injuries are declining, but costs are climbing, Travelers report finds
Increasing retirement ages, ongoing turnover and longer injury recovery times have contributed to the cost increases, an executive for the firm said.
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Ex-Costco worker who took leave to care for wife with cancer may proceed with disability bias claim
The case involved a tangled web between the requirements of the FMLA and state laws, as well as the company’s own leave policies.
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Payscale’s effort to enforce noncompete agreement against ex-sales leader fails
Noncompetes, while often employed to prevent key talent from going to competitors, have been scrutinized by courts and lawmakers across the U.S.
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Garten Trucking’s union wage comment was improper, US appeals court says
An internal message to workers was rough but acceptable — except for a final line about raises, the three-judge panel found.
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Opinion4 ways to ensure employees feel supported during Pride Month
Don’t mistake a rainbow logo for impact, writes Jimmy Whitley, general manager and director of marketing at Staybridge Suites, Cedar Park - Austin North.
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Blood donation now among the reasons Oregon workers can use sick leave
The state also allows workers to donate paid sick leave to other employees.
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3 in 5 employers say soft skills are more important than ever
Employers’ skills priorities have shifted in an AI-transformed labor market, balancing technical skills with soft skills, a new report finds.
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LGBTQ+ groups prevail in challenge to Trump executive orders
The executive branch “cannot weaponize Congressionally appropriated funds to single out protected communities,” a U.S. district court judge wrote.
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Citi offers hybrid employees 2 weeks of remote work in August
The perk stands in contrast to tightening in-office requirements at JPMorgan Chase, BNY, Royal Bank of Canada and, most recently, Scotiabank.
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Skills-first learning, hiring transforms talent pipelines, report shows
“North America’s learners are turning AI hype into measurable progress,” a Coursera leader said.
