Employers resist candidate screening changes despite 'ban the box' movement, shifting laws

A study suggests that candidate screening strategies are often misguided from a legal perspective.

By Tom Starner • May 11, 2015

What HR needs to know about DOL's highly anticipated new overtime proposal

The Department of Labor's reformulated rules governing overtime and primary workplace duties have been submitted for OMB approval and public comments.

By Tom Starner • May 11, 2015

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Inside 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.

By HR Dive staff

U of Oklahoma athletics HR director alleges racial, gender discrimination in lawsuit

Kimberly Miller, who is a black woman with a disability, is suing the school for retaliation and discrimination.

By Tom Starner • May 10, 2015

Senators introduce two major bills on worker safety, E-Verify

Bills submitted by both parties in the Senate this week had a strong HR connection.

By Tom Starner • May 7, 2015

Employers taking a second look at defined contribution pension structure

It may be time for employers with such pension plans to re-examine the inclusion of company stock.

By Tom Starner • May 6, 2015

How EEOC is trying to clear the air for corporate wellness programs

With its latest decision, the commission has given employers a bit of wellness clarity when it comes to penalties for non-participating employees.

By Tom Starner • May 6, 2015

'On-demand' companies trigger new legal challenges

With the emergence of companies that deliver goods and services via smartphone apps comes new issues for employers in the wage and hour area.

By Tom Starner • May 4, 2015