The Employer Handbook

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

That sounds more “glass-half-full” than “ Don’t be like the Dallas Mavericks: 11 ways to avoid a Sports Illustrated report chronicling twenty years of allegations of sexual harassment and mismanagement in your workplace. Here are 11 of the recommendations that you can implement at your workplace to reduce harassment.

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HR Daily Advisor

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Complaints of sexual harassment and sexual misconduct have dominated the news recently with allegations ranging from sexual threats, to groping, to sexual assault. The persistence of harassment in the workplace is borne out by the increasing numbers of sexual harassment charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

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HRWatchdog

JULY 12, 2017

Statistics show that sexual harassment remains a big problem for employers. Sexual harassment is not a problem of the past. Lately, it seems that not a week goes by without another news report on allegations of rampant harassment at high-profile companies. When harassment claims are reported, what happens?

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HR Daily Advisor

JUNE 7, 2017

On May 2, 2017, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) released its Workplace Harassment Guide, which advises employers how to develop an effective antiharassment program, respond to and investigate claims of harassment, and take appropriate remedial actions. Preventing Harassment. every 6 months).

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Trusaic

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The California-based gaming giant, Activision Blizzard, has been under fire by the SEC since late 2021 when the Securities Exchange Commision (SEC) opened an investigation into the company’s alleged sexual misconduct, harassment, and workplace discrimination following a walkout and protest by employees.

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SocialChorus

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. HR Dive writes it’s “imperative” HR departments prioritize and refine their sexual harassment policies and procedures in the #MeToo era. Trend #2: BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device) Policies.

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HR Digest

MARCH 8, 2023

In 2015, the #MeToo movement revived a national conversation about sexual harassment and assault , prompting survivors to share their stories and call for accountability. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has seen a significant increase in sexual harassment claims, leading to calls for updated guidance on the issue.

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Culture University

MAY 20, 2020

” Telling quite a different “trust” story is the online employee reviews from that same company: Upper management gets a pass as the underlings get the scrutiny. Speaking in 2016 at an annual conference of the Arthur W. “Trust is very high as evidenced by our quarterly earnings.” Time-tested Principles.

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EmployeeConnect

APRIL 17, 2017

Real workplace trust fosters creativity and learning. Workplace trust means trust in managers, policies, products, services and employee programs. Building trust in the workplace delivers solid business benefits by fostering a more productive culture. times more likely to be leaders in generating revenue. What Is Workplace Trust?

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 8, 2018

The #MeToo movement continues to focus on workplace sexual harassment, and, this week, a federal agency reconvened a task force on the same issue. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced they will reconvene their Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace. The meeting is open for public observation.

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ExactHire

APRIL 8, 2021

In 2016, voluntary separations cost U.S. You’re one of the few employers that recognizes that turnover is costly and mostly preventable. An effective onboarding process—complete with the most important onboarding forms—is the first step to creating productive, long-term employees. employers $536 billion.

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PlanSource

APRIL 16, 2019

We’re only a quarter through 2019 and employment law is already changing at a rapid pace, with an increasingly widespread commitment to greater pay equity, access to paid leave, and protection from harassment and discrimination. Fair Labor Standards Act. Above this salary level, eligibility for overtime varies based on job duties.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 22, 2015

Workplace harassment is alleged in approximately 30 percent of all charges filed with the U.S. In its Strategic Enforcement plan for FY2013-2016, the EEOC recognized that an outreach campaign aimed at both educating employers and employees is an important strategy to deter future violations. Washington, D.C.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 2, 2020

adults reported a mental illness in 2016, and 71% reported at least one symptom of stress, like a headache or feeling anxious. Training for managers and employees may be necessary so that communication lines about mental health can be opened up and the stigma about discussing these issues at work overcome.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Some companies may be rethinking their traditional office holiday party this year due to the spotlight on workplace harassment and the nearly daily allegations against individuals in high profile companies, Hollywood, the media and government. An off-site and after-hours party doesn’t reduce your liability for a company-sponsored event.

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Advanced Learning Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. HR Dive writes it’s “imperative” HR departments prioritize and refine their sexual harassment policies and procedures in the #MeToo era. Trend #2: BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device) Policies.

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EverFi - HR

JANUARY 31, 2020

For most companies, the risk of litigation is often enough of an incentive to train their employees. But if employees don’t know what behavior to avoid, they are more likely to engage in conduct that crosses the line and leads to allegations of harassment that holds the employer liable. Which States Require Harassment Training?

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Paychex

AUGUST 19, 2016

On April 1, 2016, California implemented what it described as reasonable actions to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment. Learn about these new anti-discrimination policy requirements and your responsibilities as an employer.

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HR Daily Advisor

JULY 18, 2016

The Harvard Business Review of March 2016 finds that the best forecasters constantly reassess and share their estimates. Train your managers. Go to paid time off (PTO), says Lott. Think It Through. Columbia University Professor Sheena Iyengar studies how people choose, Lott says. You have to get them to count to 10, says Lott.

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Pollack Peacebuilding

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

According to the EEOC’s lawsuit, Perez was a seasonal employee from 2016 to 2018 and was never required to work on Saturdays until management allegedly informed employees in 2018 that they would have to work 7 days per week. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regarding religious discrimination. Improving Company Culture.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 22, 2019

Agencies are moving quickly to complete their regulatory agendas before the 2020 election season,” said Michael Lotito, co-chair of Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute, in a press release. Do you have the same compliance concerns as the employers in this survey? The survey, released May 8, found that employers’ primary concern is the U.S.

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Ohio Employer's Law

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey, Louis CK, Mark Halperin, Bill O’Reilly, Roger Ailes … the list of men accused of sexual harassment and other sexual misconduct seems to know no end. I very much hope that we have reached the beginning of a cultural watershed against sexual harassment in America. Thankfully, the EEOC has some answers.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 18, 2016

These amendments go into effect April 1, 2016, and reinforce state law that it’s an employer’s affirmative duty to take reasonable steps to prevent and promptly correct discriminatory and harassing conduct. Live Webinar: Amended FEHA Discrimination & Harassment Regulations for April 1, 2016. Time: 10 a.m. –

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The Employer Handbook

DECEMBER 21, 2015

In late December of 2012, the EEOC approved its Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2013-2016. This priority entails targeting disparate pay, job segregation, harassment, trafficking and discriminatory policies affecting vulnerable workers who may be unaware of their rights under the equal employment laws, or reluctant or unable to exercise them.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 13, 2022

Sexual harassment is also a common problem, with women facing more harassment than men. Let’s learn more about bro culture and what it entails. Since the 20th century, the word bro began to gain a non-familial connotation. In the 1970s the word bro started being referred to as a male friend rather than just another man.

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HR Daily Advisor

JUNE 15, 2017

What if an employee complains about harassment, but you investigate and find no evidence of harassment? not made up), the employee has a right to complain—to you or to the relevant government body—about discrimination and/or harassment even if those claims do not result in any negative actions. The short answer is: probably not.

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The Employer Handbook

JULY 13, 2018

So, here’s the super-condensed version: The Third Circuit Court of Appeals concluded that a plaintiff might not complain about sexual harassment at work for several years but still have a viable hostile work environment claim if she genuinely believed — and the record supported — that it would be pointless to do so.

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HR Daily Advisor

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

The accusations of sexual harassment and assault against Harvey Weinstein and others have unleashed a cascade of reports of similar conduct across a wide range of industries. Unlike many headlines in today’s frenzied 24/7 news cycle, those related to sexual harassment aren’t going away. Source: Cebas / iStock / Getty Images Plus.

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SocialChorus

DECEMBER 21, 2019

Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. HR Dive writes it’s “imperative” HR departments prioritize and refine their sexual harassment policies and procedures in the #MeToo era. Trend #2: BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device) Policies.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 30, 2016

These amendments go into effect April 1, 2016, and reinforce state law that it’s an employer’s affirmative duty to take reasonable steps to prevent and promptly correct discriminatory and harassing conduct. New Policy Requirements. Code of Regs. Pregnancy Disability Leave Notice. Access it now in English or Spanish.

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HR Daily Advisor

MARCH 15, 2016

Conversely, in a situation where a contract is procured, and there is alleged harassment after the relationship ends, the contract can be used against an employer in a manner that suggests it knew of potential harassment but never followed up. Today, more on the upsides of love contracts. Click here to listen. How to get there?

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

In Vault.com’s 2016 Office Romance Survey , half of those surveyed said they participated in an office romance at some point in their careers. Employers are strictly liable for a supervisor’s sexual harassment of a subordinate. Relationships between employees and supervisors are particularly problematic.

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HR Daily Advisor

AUGUST 29, 2017

It’s no secret that discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims based on disability cost employers plenty—and it’s not just the dollars awarded in damages (although, admittedly, some jury awards are eye-popping). It’s the expense of litigation. It’s the time employers must spend defending claims. It’s the bad publicity for the company.

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The Employer Handbook

JULY 13, 2018

So, here’s the super-condensed version: The Third Circuit Court of Appeals concluded that a plaintiff might not complain about sexual harassment at work for several years but still have a viable hostile work environment claim if she genuinely believed — and the record supported — that it would be pointless to do so.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 21, 2023

An EEOC probe into a mandatory retirement age policy at a San Diego-based physicians group has resulted in a massive settlement without the group admitting to any liability in the matter. However, after an EEOC review in 2018 found the policy to be a violation of federal rule, it was rescinded and has not been in use in the five years since.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Federal and state law both prohibit employers from taking adverse action against employees or job applicants who assert their right to be free from discrimination and harassment in the workplace. New EEOC guidance is focused on retaliation prevention. The final guidance was issued after a period of public comment that started in January.

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HR Daily Advisor

MARCH 14, 2016

On the other hand, there are many alarm bells that go off in the situation described above. Are the individuals currently in violation of any company policy prohibiting fraternization? If not, should there be such a policy? Finally, there is the issue of sexual harassment. Picture this scenario.

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