Compliance: Page 153
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'Stuffing the government's correspondence in a drawer' won't make I-9 problems go away
An employer accused of more than 500 immigration law violations says the HR director is solely at fault.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 14, 2017 -
Lawmakers to DOJ: Reverse stance on LGBT discrimination
More than 60 lawmakers tell AG Sessions to back off his fight against protections for LGBT employees.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineInside the rapidly changing world of compliance
The HR landscape is ever-shifting, leaving compliance professionals to meet today’s requirements while keeping an eye on the future.
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Confusion between 'FMLA' and 'maternity leave' sends employer to trial
The employer never made clear that its maternity benefit — eight weeks of paid leave — would run concurrently with employees’ unpaid federal allotment.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 11, 2017 -
DOL to delay remaining parts of fiduciary rule until July 2019
The 18-month extension could give the SEC a chance to weigh in, though some say this is another attempt at "death by delay."
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Couple sues Amazon, alleging transgender discrimination
The pair says they suffered retaliation after they complained to management about threats and slurs.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Oregon becomes first state to require predictive scheduling
The new law's requirements apply to employers in the retail, hospitality and food service industries.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Federal transportation officials won't push for sleep apnea screenings after all
The new rule is being cut as part of the Trump administration's push to reduce regulation.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 9, 2017 -
PA lawmaker's bill would block mandatory employee microchipping
Under the legislation, the state labor department would investigate retaliation claims and issue fines.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 8, 2017 -
HR manager allegedly fired for opposing discrimination will get her day in court
The manager says the HR department was eliminated after she refused to hire only white employees.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 8, 2017 -
Tyson Foods pays $5.8M in safety gear dispute
Employers continue to struggle with defining "compensable working time" under the FLSA.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
When 'gigging' healthcare, providers must balance risk with cost
Independent contracting offers the promise of high-quality work at lower prices. But liability remains a thorn in the side of employers everywhere.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Investors' voting pact opts to remove directors who tolerate sexual harassment
The agreement comes as various tech leaders, including venture capitalists, grapple with a culture that enables harassment to remain an open secret.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Predictive scheduling laws: Coming soon to a jurisdiction near you
The movement to make hourly workers' schedules fairer is still in its infancy, but big U.S. cities are already experimenting.
By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 4, 2017 -
Immigration bill proposes skill-based point system — and large cuts
Trump said that bringing in fewer low-skilled immigrants will benefit the U.S. workforce, but experts are wary.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
OSHA's agenda doesn't tell the whole story
Without a full slate of political appointees in place, the agency's long-term goals are still coming into focus.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 3, 2017 -
In trio of lawsuits alleging gender bias, EEOC goes after physical ability qualifications
The agency says that some of the employers relied on physical abilities tests to screen out female applicants.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
As US immigration reform stalls, will employers be pressed to move to Canada?
While one country contemplates closing borders and pausing international visa programs, the other has released its Global Skills Strategy.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 2, 2017 -
UPS settles lawsuit challenging 12-month leave policy for $1.7M
The policy may sound generous, but its rigidity resulted in an EEOC lawsuit that lasted eight years.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 2, 2017 -
House bill would offer employers tax breaks to train employees for cybersecurity jobs
The New Collar Jobs Act, introduced last week by three House Democrats, would also include a bonus for government contractors.
By Tess Taylor , Ryan Golden • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Employers move on as healthcare reform fails — for now
As open enrollment nears, employers need to set their sights on more important things than the healthcare reform "horse race," say analysts.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Trump taps Daniel Gade for final EEOC spot
If Gade is confirmed, he will solidify a Republican-leaning EEOC.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 1, 2017 -
Contractors may use EEO-1 snapshot for VETS-4212
The exemption should alleviate a burden for employers required to file both forms.
By Kate Tornone • 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 -
Bill would overturn NLRB position on joint employment
The bill defines terms of employment that would indicate "significant control," though there are no promises it will make it to a vote.
By Kathryn Moody • July 28, 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
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