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A Shifting Landscape of Workplace Challenges

EverFi - HR

As organizations review and re-review their remote work, health and safety, and diversity and inclusion policies and practices, navigating the complex legal landscape related to accommodations, harassment, and discrimination–all while supporting a positive workplace culture–is crucial. Earlier in his career, he was 1 of 5 U.S.

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Substance Use & Drug Overdoses are on the Rise – Top 5 Stats for Employers

Cisive

The rate of positive drug test results among our nation’s workforce reached its highest level since 2001 (no pun intended). Employers may not discriminate against employees who are in treatment for OUD and who use legally prescribed medications such as methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone, and others. 1] [link]. [2]

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Substance Use & Drug Overdoses are on the Rise: Top 5 Stats for Employers

Precheck

The rate of positive drug test results among our nation's workforce reached its highest level since 2001 (no pun intended). Employers may not discriminate against employees who are in treatment for OUD and who use legally prescribed medications such as methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone, and others. in 2020 and up 31.4%

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How to Avoid Common Form I-9 Violations

HR Daily Advisor

Otherwise you could earn a call from the EEOC for a discrimination charge earned in the attempt to avoid conflict with ICE. For California Employers, consider attending: California Immigration and I-9 Compliance Update: New AB 450 Obligations in Effect January 1, 2018, on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Click here , to learn more.

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DOL Issues First Opinion Letters in 9 Years, Provides Clarity on FMLA and FLSA Matters

HR Daily Advisor

She understands the existing and emerging needs and challenges of human resources professionals thanks to several years of experience managing, writing, and editing key legal and compliance publications for BLR. Prior to joining BLR, Ms. Jones worked for the Tennessee Legislature’s Office of Legal Services.

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401(k) Match Limits 2019: What Payroll Administrators Need to Know

Paycor

The Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 ( EGTRRA ) created the catch-up contribution provision so older employees could set aside enough savings for retirement. How to Help Ensure 401(k) Compliance. This cap was put in place to help ensure retirement savings are equitable across the board for all employees.

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My Take: Macroeconomic uncertainty makes a return thanks to the coronavirus

GetFive

In 2001, the recession was already in its sixth month when the attack occurred. Make sure you’re in compliance with the law. So it looked like the company was laying off older workers, which is age discrimination, which is against the law. Mistakes in offboarding can also put your company in the legal hot seat.