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Maine Joins California in Push for Enforcement of Employment Laws

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Specifically, the bill aimed to provide workers with the ability to enforce laws governing employment practices and prohibiting workplace discrimination. 1711 also expanded alleged violations from wage and hour claims to include the state’s anti-discrimination laws. 1711) in June. While similar, L.D.

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An Employer’s Guide to Managed Background Check Compliance

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BLOG An Employer’s Guide to Managed Background Check Compliance Tim Gordon October 29 2024 Employer background checks are an essential tool for building safe, reliable, and compliant workforces. This approach ensures fairness, supports compliance, and helps employers create a defensible adverse action process.

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Arbitrary maximum leave policy, disability discrimination costs retailer $8.6 million

HR Morning

Think the feds aren’t serious about enforcing laws against disability discrimination? Lowe’s is also required to submit regular reports to EEOC verifying compliance with the decree. Check this: A recent case is going to cost home improvement retailer Lowe’s a cool $8.6 District Court Judge André Birotte Jr.

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What the Changes to the Posted Workers Directive Means for Employers

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The Posted Workers Amendment Directive 2018 , which had to be implemented by individual member states by 30 July 2020, offers further protection and ensures compliance. There are strict penalties for non-compliance. Equal treatment between men and women and other provisions on non-discrimination. What about social security?

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CalChamber to Host HR Boot Camps

HRWatchdog

CalChamber’s employment law experts (your personal HR trainers) explain and provide compliance information for these core fundamentals: Register Now! Discrimination and harassment prevention. Hiring, including Form I-9 verification and criminal background checks. Discipline and termination. Meal and rest break requirements.

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State Minimum Wage Increases for 2019 (Map)

HR Daily Advisor

Determining exactly what constitutes hours worked is essential in determining an employee’s compensation and compliance with both minimum wage and overtime requirements of the act. Prince also served as an expert on several audio conferences discussing the 2004 changes to the federal regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Soundtrack to Success: The Role of Music in Enhancing Workplace Productivity

HR Digest

In fact, a recent ruling by a US federal appeals court stated that playing explicit music in the workplace could be considered discrimination and harassment. Consider Licensing Requirements Before implementing music in the workplace, it’s important to ensure compliance with music licensing regulations.