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Hiring freezes for doctors, lawyers spell trouble for economic recovery, researchers say

A working paper from Cornell University researchers calls on policymakers to target economic stimulus efforts to firms hiring for high-skill positions.

7-Eleven employee's request for promotion wasn't a reasonable accommodation, 9th Cir. says

Nondiscrimination laws may require transfers for workers with disabilities, but questions about implementation remain.

Study: Some employers are 'out of touch' with employees' stress levels

Work-life balance for many was fraught even before the pandemic.

11th Cir.: Seventh Day Adventist's availability posed undue hardship at power plant

A district court ruled the proposed scheduling accommodation would have required other technicians to "bear an additional workload of an already demanding job."

New York City taco chain workers allege 'bad faith' wage and hour violations

The plaintiffs claimed the employer misrepresented their hours worked, among other things.

'It's going to be a long road': Mental health benefits' place in a pandemic

"We have the opportunity now to really hone the message to let people know that mental health help is available," one source said.

Employees working from home may present a threat to cybersecurity

Data loss prevention and system security are likely to challenge business leaders as companies expand remote work policies.

Verizon, Target top Forbes list ranking COVID-19 response

Managing the short-term effects of financial downturn effectively can give employers more options for controlling outcomes, according to research.

Companies that prioritize inclusion may emerge from the pandemic stronger

While the finding is based on data collected before the COVID-19 crisis, McKinsey & Co. said the results are potentially even more relevant now.

Deep Dive

How to train for remote productivity during a 'crisis without a playbook'

Managers must lead with empathy, sources told HR Dive, particularly when it comes to flexibility and setting goals for their teams.

EEOC: Menards manager ignored sexual harassment complaints

The store eventually fired the alleged perpetrator, but companies must "take sexual harassment complaints seriously and investigate them promptly," an EEOC trial attorney said.

Remote work may be a lasting change in the post-pandemic world, WTW says

As states and cities reopen after mass shutdowns, employers are responding to employee concerns about exposure to COVID-19.

Column

The Remote Playbook: How managers can keep burnout from upending IT teams

Failure to spot stress could result in health risks and waning levels of productivity and quality as stressed out teams buckle under pressure.

Former Indeed employee alleges assault, 'frat culture' in sex discrimination suit

The complaint names a human resource manager among other defendants.

Unemployment compensation, virus exposure discourage workers from returning, employers say

Experts say clear communication on pay and safety is crucial as employers reopen.

DOL allows electronic retirement benefit disclosures

The change may aid employers recovering from pandemic-related disruptions, in addition to cutting costs by about $3.2 billion, the department said.

Opinion

HR's pandemic role is big — but it's overshadowed by its place leading the reskilling revolution

Every HR officer should look at their talent needs and become a chief reskilling officer, writes Scott Cawood, CEO of WorldatWork. 

Leaders, employees divided on learning delivery

Employees on average prefer self-paced courses, but only half of organizations offer that option, according to a Pluralsight study.

DOL revises fluctuating workweek regs, citing need for flexibility in COVID-19 reopenings

The rule may provide employers a better way to budget labor costs, but it has met opposition at the state level.

Community college consortium may help employers source diverse talent

Some companies are finding that the diversity of students in community colleges can build talent pipelines for STEM jobs.

In the next decade, half of Facebook's workforce could be remote

"Coming out of this period, I expect remote work is going to be a growing trend," Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook's CEO, said during a public town hall.

Attrition unlikely during pandemic, but poor employer responses could make workers reconsider

Employers will still need to embrace long-term thinking despite financial pressures.

COVID-19 reopenings may be a 'stress test' for corporate ethics

During the pandemic, employers are making decisions that will impact their organization for years.

Pharma manufacturer retained younger worker due to experience, not age

Employers have a strong defense against age bias claims when they can show legitimate, nondiscriminatory reasons for adverse actions.

USCIS seeks to add 10% surcharge to application fees

Due to a decrease in revenue amid the COVID-19 pandemic, USCIS sent a $1.2 billion funding proposal to Congress.