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Legal Update: U.S. Supreme Court Rules That Mandatory Job Transfer Can Be Discriminatory Under Title VII
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
U.S. Supreme Court Rules That Mandatory Job Transfer Can Be Discriminatory Under Title VII - On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, holding that a...
Benefits Insights: Health Care Costs and Your Employee Health Plan
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Health Care Costs and Your Employee Health Plan - Health care costs, and consequently employee health benefits costs, have been increasing at an alarming rate for nearly a decade. Avoiding rising health care costs is...
HR Compliance Bulletin: Preparing for the DOL’s New Overtime Rule
Friday, April 19, 2024
Preparing for the DOL’s New Overtime Rule - In early March 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposed overtime rule, announced in August 2023, entered its last stage of review. Publication of the final rule is...
HR Compliance Overview: DOL Independent Contractor Rule
Monday, April 8, 2024
DOL Independent Contractor Rule - Worker classification directly impacts employee eligibility for benefits, legal protections (such as minimum wage and overtime rights) and taxation. Employee misclassification is a...
HR Insights: 2023 Employment Law Changes Important in 2024
Monday, March 11, 2024
2023 Employment Law Changes Important in 2024 - The year 2023 brought about significant shifts in the employment law landscape, impacting how organizations navigate the complex web of regulations governing workplaces....
HR Insights: The Business Implications of the DOL’s New Independent Contractor Rule
Monday, March 11, 2024
The Business Implications of the DOL’s New Independent Contractor Rule - On Jan. 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a final rule, effective March 11, 2024, revising the agency’s guidance on how to...
5 Employment Policies to Review in 2024
Monday, March 11, 2024
5 Employment Policies to Review in 2024 - Employee handbooks are important tools for establishing employee expectations, addressing workplace issues and defending against potential lawsuits. Failing to update the...
HR Insights: 8 Tips for Modernizing Hiring in 2024
Thursday, January 4, 2024
8 Tips for Modernizing Hiring in 2024 - As talent acquisition continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for organizations aiming to attract and retain top-tier talent. Last year highlighted labor...
Legal Update: New Form I-9 Available
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Legal Update: New Form I-9 Available Aug. 1, 2023, With a Remote Verification Option for E-Verify Users - On July 21, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new version of Form I‑9, also...