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New Jersey’s Opportunity to Compete Act

ExactHire

Over the past few months, the ExactHire team has shared information with you through our blogs on the “Ban the Box” movement and the legislative changes that have been implemented. For the actual legislation, you will need to go directly to the state or city government website to access the passed law(s) in its comprehensive language.

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SHRM Certification: Why Should #HR Pros Pay Attention

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For those considering HR certification, I would advise seeking a credential that demonstrates two things: A strong research foundation based upon competencies linked to job performance and job success. This option will be available until December 31, 2015. For more information, please see www.shrmcertification.org.

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4 Labor and Employment Law Changes to Keep an Eye On In 2015

Insperity

Right now, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) —also known as health care reform—is probably your number one concern when it comes to complying with new government regulations in 2015. If the Department of Labor (DOL) finds out, noncompliant employers could face substantial penalties. It should be.

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Oregon Ban The Box Legislation

ExactHire

As we approach the final quarter of 2015, it is never too early to start preparing for new legislation that will affect hiring practices in 2016. Effective January 1, 2016, Oregon will become the newest state to implement “Ban the Box” legislation for both public and private sector employment. This law, H.B.

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What Employers Need to Know About Ban the Box Legislation

ExactHire

About “Ban the Box” “Ban the Box” is the removal of any questions asking about an individual’s prior criminal record from an employer’s job application…essentially, barring any check boxes that an applicant might have had to mark on an employment application in the past. Ban the Box.

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Read This Before You Screen Your Next Hire

HRWatchdog

When you consider the digital age and all the ways employers can now access information about current and prospective employees, sometimes you learn too much about a person. Always exercise caution about what types of information you gather in employment background checks, and then how you use this data.

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4 Labor and Employment Law Changes to Keep an Eye on in 2015

Insperity

Right now, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) —also known as health care reform—is probably your number one concern when it comes to complying with new government regulations in 2015. In order to avoid paying overtime compensation, many employers are misclassifying their employees as independent contractors or exempt.