HR Management: Page 77
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Opioid crisis remains the latest barrier to hiring
Employers are reporting that job applicants fail workplace drug tests between 25% and 50% of the time.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Companies aren't changing their ways in reaction to scandals, cyberattacks
A new Navex Global report shows that employers are slow to train their leaders and employees following scandals, which could lead to more problems later.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from HR Dive
HR Dive’s top stories feature a number of evolving trends, including a shifting employment law landscape, AI questions and return-to-office challenges.
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When a new company comes to town, employers must re-evaluate wages
Foxconn moving into Wisconsin has forced local businesses to take a second look at their wages. But largely, businesses there don't believe they'll need to adjust.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
High-performing employees take more time off than low-performers
Additionally, a more formal PTO plan leads to more time taken off than "unlimited" vacation plans.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
More employees are specifically searching for flexible work, Indeed says
The popularity of flexible work may make the balancing act of managing telecommuters' productivity and engagement worth it.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
NBC accused of wanting only 'good-looking' employees
Regardless of how this case turns out, hiring for looks is a bad business practice.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
Phased retirement could ward off a workplace 'brain drain'
It's a form of flexible retirement in which older workers’ hours are reduced over time until they reach full retirement.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
Fake CEO emails dupe companies out of billions
In the past three years alone, these emails have cost employers $5.3 billion — much more than ransomware attacks.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
Risky 'ad hoc' HR costs small businesses $27B a year
Small businesses might be hesitant to hire a dedicated HR manager because of the cost, but it is an investment that matters.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 28, 2017 -
Can't find cybersecurity experts? Train your own, says IT school dean
Employers may need to turn to apprenticeships to help fix the cybersecurity skills gap, an academic writes.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How AI could get us closer to the 'H' in HR
The key is to reduce the amount of time spent on repetitive tasks. AI can ensure that talent development won't take a back seat to other processes.
By Riia O'Donnell • July 28, 2017 -
DOL: 58% of private employers now offer paid sick leave
Paid sick leave leads the growth in benefits, courtesy of state and municipal laws.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 28, 2017 -
Bass Pro Shops settles $10.5M race discrimination case
The company also must update its EEO policies and hire a diversity and inclusion director.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 27, 2017 -
Sick leave policy violations blamed for Chipotle norovirus outbreak
Paid sick leave has garnered attention, but it's ineffective if a company's culture doesn't encourage or allow workers to actually take it.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 27, 2017 -
Appeals court goes against NLRB, calls T-Mobile's 'positive work environment' rule valid
But it wasn't a total win for T-Mobile — the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals did agree with NLRB that bans on recording were unlawful.
By Kathryn Moody • July 27, 2017 -
Study: 48% of employees under 35 prefer the office over telecommuting
Perhaps the biggest lesson for employers? Keep offices flexible to appeal to different work styles and preferences.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 26, 2017 -
HR director may be personally liable in FMLA suit
When an individual acts on an employer's behalf, they can be held responsible for FMLA violations.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • July 26, 2017 -
EEOC: Employer refused to hire applicant 'nearing retirement'
Following a public hearing to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ADEA, the EEOC seems to be making good on its commitment to stop ageism.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 26, 2017 -
Offering too many voluntary benefits at once could confuse employees
Employees want those benefits, but employers will need to roll them out strategically, experts say.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 26, 2017 -
UPDATE: DOL publishes RFI on FLSA overtime rule
Could DOL's request for information on the OT rule mean a major pro-business shift?
By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 25, 2017 -
Acosta wants to 'streamline' occupational licensing regulations
The labor secretary says that one in 20 jobs required a license in 1950, compared with one in four today.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 25, 2017 -
Wisconsin tech firm offers employees 'rice-sized' microchips
The implants would allow workers to open doors, purchase snacks and use office equipment, among other things.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 25, 2017 -
Employer to pay $1.8M for firing prescription drug user
When an employee is taking prescription drugs, the Americans with Disabilities Act often provides them some protections.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 24, 2017 -
EEOC launches religious accommodation suit against Tim Horton's franchise in MI
The employee allegedly was fired after insisting that she wear a skirt in accordance with her Pentecostal Apostolic beliefs, rather than the chain's uniform pants.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 24, 2017 -
FDA
Senior female scientists sue Salk Institute for discrimination
The case goes to show: female-led organizations are not inherently immune from discrimination and related issues.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 24, 2017
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