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NOVEMBER 11, 2016
I think formally this was titled an Employment Law Update. I do all of this in an attempt to keep myself educated and informed on what is going on in our area, and to keep my employer out of harm’s way. 2017 Changes to the EEO-1 Documents and Salary reporting. MORE
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Since the title of the conference was “Focus on the Future,” I thought I would share some of the insights I gleaned as well as propose a few of my own less-insightful predictions. Employment Law Is Getting More Complicated. MORE
AUGUST 2, 2017
For example, in France the determining element of whether an employment relationship exists is not the terms of the contract, but instead the subordination relationship between the principal and the worker. It is the company’s obligation to ensure employment taxes are withheld and reported. MORE
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
Even though antiharassment efforts are a priority in human resources circles, recent revelations about the actions of some high-profile executives are likely to cause employers to ask the question, “Are we doing enough?”. Berg calls the Weinstein scandal a wakeup call to employers. MORE
JANUARY 11, 2017
The RIF of relevance to this case occurred on March 31, 2009, and terminated the employment of approximately one hundred salaried employees in over forty locations or divisions. The latter group brought a disparate-impact claim under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act against PGW. MORE
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
It’s official: Employers will have more reporting duties moving forward. As expected, the agency just released its final rule updating the EEO-1 reporting requirements employers have to abide by. The EEOC issued a new sample EEO-1 form to help employers prepare for the new rule. MORE
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents or other law enforcement officials show up at your place of employment to arrest a noncitizen worker? Are your I-9 practices consistent with federal law? Who Is Protected Under Federal and State Law? MORE
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Sometimes an employee who is released from service for good cause complains that the real reason for the employer’s decision is retaliation for her attempt to protect the public. “Look at all the terrible misconduct the employer was trying to cover up!” MORE
MAY 29, 2017
What do employment attorneys see as the common thread that lands well-meaning employers in court time and time again? Sloppy documentation. Managers’ documentation should never, ever seem subjective. Being unaware of the law. MORE
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Since the title of the conference was “Focus on the Future,” I thought I would share some of the insights I gleaned as well as propose a few of my own less-insightful predictions. Employment Law Is Getting More Complicated. MORE
SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
Quite a few employment-related bills have passed the Legislature. Five bills that could significantly affect California employers are on the Governor’s desk awaiting review and action. In addition, the bill carries the threat of litigation for employers. MORE
OCTOBER 5, 2016
1, 2017 may still seem pretty far off, but now’s the time to make sure you’ll be in compliance with the EEOC’s new wellness rules that kick in on New Year’s Day. Health and wellness plans tend to go hand in hand. wellness programs). MORE
APRIL 5, 2017
Wells Fargo had mountains of well-documented evidence to back up its decision to fire a poorly performing employee, but a simple phrase by a clueless manager could wind up making all that evidence moot. Wells Fargo then attempted to get the suit dismissed. MORE
NOVEMBER 12, 2018
The increase in sexual harassment charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission have made headlines this fall, but that’s not the only eye-opening statistic coming out of the agency. clear and complete documentation of any and all performance issues. MORE
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects individuals 40 and over from discrimination in any decision made during the full cycle of employment – including everything from hiring, termination, pay, job duties and beyond. This can be problematic when it becomes clear that individuals aren’t being hired based on their qualifications for a particular job, but rather how well they’d fit in socially with your team. MORE
MARCH 6, 2017
The phrase “document, document, document” was meant just for us! Most importantly, make friends with an employment law attorney! Back then that was called “happy hour” or taking a well-deserved vacation. MORE
DECEMBER 15, 2017
David Fortney , an editor of Federal Employment Law Insider and a cofounder of Fortney & Scott, LLC , in Washington, D.C., Tammy Binford writes and edits news alerts and newsletter articles on labor and employment law topics for BLR web and print publications. MORE
JUNE 17, 2016
If you’ve got a wellness program that asks questions about employees’ health, you need to see this. . The EEOC just released a sample of the wellness notice employers must provide wellness plan participants who are asked questions about their health or medical status. MORE
JULY 31, 2017
The following list summarizes top priority employment-related bills for the California Chamber of Commerce and their status as of July 21, when the Legislature began its summer recess. Bills signed by the Governor will become law on January 1, 2018. Employer Liability. MORE
MARCH 27, 2017
Religious discrimination hasn’t been a major concern for employers in recent years. There’s little case law on the subject and religious-based complaints rank low in the government’s charge statistics. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s charge receipts. MORE
JUNE 4, 2018
When the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law December 22, 2017, several proposed changes to the federal tax code that would have affected tax-qualified retirement plans were dropped. Benefits Employment Law law tax withholding TCJA termination of employment MORE
MAY 16, 2016
Today, the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued final rules on how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) apply to employer wellness programs that are part of a group health plan. MORE
JUNE 20, 2017
Here is another example of a handbook that leaves flexibility in how inappropriate behavior might be handled: … Although it is not possible to list all forms of inappropriate behavior and conduct, the following are examples that are considered inappropriate and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment (followed by examples of conduct that is considered “inappropriate”): …. Document details of all disciplinary conversations. MORE
JUNE 17, 2016
Employers must ensure their employees receive a notice for employer-sponsored wellness programs. The rules apply prospectively to workplace wellness programs beginning on or after January 1, 2017. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. MORE
MAY 25, 2017
Looking back, doing the staffing and talent management piece of the project well is the reason our product prototype was a success as much as anything we did from an R&D standpoint. <Consultancy.uk> …So it has been about 6 months since I last wrote in this space. MORE
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Usually after a termination, the first thing an angry former employee does is call an employment lawyer. Here are five practical steps that employees can take in the termination process to reduce the risk of employment lawsuits and workplace violence. Is the counseling documented? MORE
JULY 21, 2017
From 2006 to 2016, EEOC charges against employers for ADA violations increased nearly 75%. Employing this strategy from the get-go, can save employers a lot of time and headaches and come to an accommodation decision by just answering a few questions. MORE
APRIL 12, 2017
” But that’s just what one male nurse is claiming happened in a retaliation and hostile work environment lawsuit he filed against his former employer. Discrimination & Harassment Employment Law Special Report hostile work environment lawsuit retaliation MORE
JUNE 21, 2017
There are effective strategies employers can use to investigate complaints of workplace bullying, according to Karen Michael, Esq. of KarenMichael PLC, a presenter at SHRM’s 2017 Annual Conference & Exposition in New Orleans. Strategic HR employer employment investigation SHRM MORE
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
However, the 20th century saw a number of laws passed that moved to lessen or eliminate the discrimination. One of the early laws to do so was establishing that women had the right to vote. This law was passed to address the issue of women making only $0.58 MORE
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
A recent 3rd Circuit Court—which covers Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—decision raises questions about when an employment action is significant enough to constitute an adverse action within the scope of state and federal discrimination laws. MORE
DECEMBER 8, 2017
While initial reports stated that Currie signed the document, reports have since surfaced that UT Chancellor Beverly Davenport did not sign the MOU , leaving some question about its enforceability. Currie’s Employment Status. Employment Law Butch Jones hiring MOU termination MORE
JULY 3, 2017
Well, it all starts with keeping accurate records of your processes. After all, how can something great be repeated if there are no documented processes in place? Scorecards can help prove that you’re complying with employment law. MORE
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
Well, this reader note shows me that’s not always the case. He said that I need to speak with HR, who said they can’t take the pay increase back because it’s a law in Massachusetts and would look like the company is discriminating against me. There are other resources as well. MORE
APRIL 26, 2017
So both groups think the responsibility falls on the employer. It was comprised of representatives from academia and the social sciences, legal practices, employer and employee advocacy groups, and unions. Well-trained investigators, who document all the steps they take. MORE
JUNE 6, 2018
Now that employers have been notified of their potential ACA shared-responsibility penalties by the IRS, the agency is offering guidance on how they should respond. The IRS also reminds employers that the Letter 227 is not a bill. Employment Law Healthcare Reform Special Report MORE
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
Penny rehired most of the Strategic employees, but not “Leonard,” a well-known labor organizer who had been working at various Burger King stores for over 11 years and at the 47th Street store since early 2012. and an editor of the Arkansas Employment Law Letter. The U.S. MORE
SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
Thanks to a recent court ruling, it may now be even more difficult for employers to take any adverse action against an employee who is on — or has previously taken — FMLA leave. The lawsuit focused on Cassandra Woods, a staffer whose performance struggles were well-documented. MORE
OCTOBER 5, 2017
A continuing point of contention in employment law revolves around who is an employee versus who is an independent contractor. However, he had no documentation reflecting the purpose and the nature of his deductions from Chris’ pay. Lessons for Employers. MORE
JUNE 14, 2017
A bill introduced in both houses of Congress would create a pilot program to provide employment benefits to gig workers. The nature of work is changing rapidly, but our policies largely remain tied to a 20th century model of traditional full-time employment,” Warner added. MORE
JUNE 21, 2017
The HR Daily Advisor was recently at the SHRM’s 2017 Annual Conference & Exposition in New Orleans. Uppal and Balch say that there are plenty of easy ways for employers to get sued. Misidentifying the employer. Getting sued is easy. MORE
2017 Document Employment Law Wellness
HRWatchdog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
Quite a few employment-related bills have passed the Legislature. Five bills that could significantly affect California employers are on the Governor’s desk awaiting review and action. In addition, the bill carries the threat of litigation for employers.
HR Morning
OCTOBER 5, 2016
1, 2017 may still seem pretty far off, but now’s the time to make sure you’ll be in compliance with the EEOC’s new wellness rules that kick in on New Year’s Day. Health and wellness plans tend to go hand in hand. wellness programs).
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HR Morning
JULY 21, 2017
From 2006 to 2016, EEOC charges against employers for ADA violations increased nearly 75%. Employing this strategy from the get-go, can save employers a lot of time and headaches and come to an accommodation decision by just answering a few questions.
HR Bartender
FEBRUARY 12, 2017
Well, this reader note shows me that’s not always the case. He said that I need to speak with HR, who said they can’t take the pay increase back because it’s a law in Massachusetts and would look like the company is discriminating against me. There are other resources as well.
HR Morning
APRIL 26, 2017
So both groups think the responsibility falls on the employer. It was comprised of representatives from academia and the social sciences, legal practices, employer and employee advocacy groups, and unions. Well-trained investigators, who document all the steps they take.
HR Morning
APRIL 5, 2017
Wells Fargo had mountains of well-documented evidence to back up its decision to fire a poorly performing employee, but a simple phrase by a clueless manager could wind up making all that evidence moot. Wells Fargo then attempted to get the suit dismissed.
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HR Daily Advisor
DECEMBER 15, 2017
David Fortney , an editor of Federal Employment Law Insider and a cofounder of Fortney & Scott, LLC , in Washington, D.C., Tammy Binford writes and edits news alerts and newsletter articles on labor and employment law topics for BLR web and print publications.
PerformanceICreate
NOVEMBER 11, 2016
I think formally this was titled an Employment Law Update. I do all of this in an attempt to keep myself educated and informed on what is going on in our area, and to keep my employer out of harm’s way. 2017 Changes to the EEO-1 Documents and Salary reporting.
HR Morning
APRIL 12, 2017
” But that’s just what one male nurse is claiming happened in a retaliation and hostile work environment lawsuit he filed against his former employer. Discrimination & Harassment Employment Law Special Report hostile work environment lawsuit retaliation
HR Morning
JUNE 17, 2016
If you’ve got a wellness program that asks questions about employees’ health, you need to see this. . The EEOC just released a sample of the wellness notice employers must provide wellness plan participants who are asked questions about their health or medical status.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 14, 2017
A bill introduced in both houses of Congress would create a pilot program to provide employment benefits to gig workers. The nature of work is changing rapidly, but our policies largely remain tied to a 20th century model of traditional full-time employment,” Warner added.
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HR Daily Advisor
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
Even though antiharassment efforts are a priority in human resources circles, recent revelations about the actions of some high-profile executives are likely to cause employers to ask the question, “Are we doing enough?”. Berg calls the Weinstein scandal a wakeup call to employers.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 21, 2017
The HR Daily Advisor was recently at the SHRM’s 2017 Annual Conference & Exposition in New Orleans. Uppal and Balch say that there are plenty of easy ways for employers to get sued. Misidentifying the employer. Getting sued is easy.
HR Daily Advisor
OCTOBER 5, 2017
A continuing point of contention in employment law revolves around who is an employee versus who is an independent contractor. However, he had no documentation reflecting the purpose and the nature of his deductions from Chris’ pay. Lessons for Employers.
HR Daily Advisor
MARCH 27, 2017
Religious discrimination hasn’t been a major concern for employers in recent years. There’s little case law on the subject and religious-based complaints rank low in the government’s charge statistics. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s charge receipts.
HR Daily Advisor
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
A recent 3rd Circuit Court—which covers Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania—decision raises questions about when an employment action is significant enough to constitute an adverse action within the scope of state and federal discrimination laws.
HR Daily Advisor
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Sometimes an employee who is released from service for good cause complains that the real reason for the employer’s decision is retaliation for her attempt to protect the public. “Look at all the terrible misconduct the employer was trying to cover up!”
HR Daily Advisor
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
Penny rehired most of the Strategic employees, but not “Leonard,” a well-known labor organizer who had been working at various Burger King stores for over 11 years and at the 47th Street store since early 2012. and an editor of the Arkansas Employment Law Letter. The U.S.
HR Daily Advisor
DECEMBER 8, 2017
While initial reports stated that Currie signed the document, reports have since surfaced that UT Chancellor Beverly Davenport did not sign the MOU , leaving some question about its enforceability. Currie’s Employment Status. Employment Law Butch Jones hiring MOU termination
The Employer Handbook
JANUARY 11, 2017
The RIF of relevance to this case occurred on March 31, 2009, and terminated the employment of approximately one hundred salaried employees in over forty locations or divisions. The latter group brought a disparate-impact claim under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act against PGW.
HR Morning
NOVEMBER 12, 2018
The increase in sexual harassment charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission have made headlines this fall, but that’s not the only eye-opening statistic coming out of the agency. clear and complete documentation of any and all performance issues.
DecisionWise
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Since the title of the conference was “Focus on the Future,” I thought I would share some of the insights I gleaned as well as propose a few of my own less-insightful predictions. Employment Law Is Getting More Complicated.
DecisionWise
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Since the title of the conference was “Focus on the Future,” I thought I would share some of the insights I gleaned as well as propose a few of my own less-insightful predictions. Employment Law Is Getting More Complicated.
HR Daily Advisor
OCTOBER 31, 2018
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents or other law enforcement officials show up at your place of employment to arrest a noncitizen worker? Are your I-9 practices consistent with federal law? Who Is Protected Under Federal and State Law?
HRWatchdog
JUNE 17, 2016
Employers must ensure their employees receive a notice for employer-sponsored wellness programs. The rules apply prospectively to workplace wellness programs beginning on or after January 1, 2017. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content.
HR Morning
MAY 29, 2017
What do employment attorneys see as the common thread that lands well-meaning employers in court time and time again? Sloppy documentation. Managers’ documentation should never, ever seem subjective. Being unaware of the law.
Something Different
MAY 25, 2017
Looking back, doing the staffing and talent management piece of the project well is the reason our product prototype was a success as much as anything we did from an R&D standpoint. <Consultancy.uk> …So it has been about 6 months since I last wrote in this space.
HR Morning
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
It’s official: Employers will have more reporting duties moving forward. As expected, the agency just released its final rule updating the EEO-1 reporting requirements employers have to abide by. The EEOC issued a new sample EEO-1 form to help employers prepare for the new rule.
HRWatchdog
MAY 16, 2016
Today, the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued final rules on how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) apply to employer wellness programs that are part of a group health plan.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 4, 2018
When the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law December 22, 2017, several proposed changes to the federal tax code that would have affected tax-qualified retirement plans were dropped. Benefits Employment Law law tax withholding TCJA termination of employment
HR Morning
JUNE 6, 2018
Now that employers have been notified of their potential ACA shared-responsibility penalties by the IRS, the agency is offering guidance on how they should respond. The IRS also reminds employers that the Letter 227 is not a bill. Employment Law Healthcare Reform Special Report
HR Partner
JULY 3, 2017
Well, it all starts with keeping accurate records of your processes. After all, how can something great be repeated if there are no documented processes in place? Scorecards can help prove that you’re complying with employment law.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 21, 2017
There are effective strategies employers can use to investigate complaints of workplace bullying, according to Karen Michael, Esq. of KarenMichael PLC, a presenter at SHRM’s 2017 Annual Conference & Exposition in New Orleans. Strategic HR employer employment investigation SHRM
HR Daily Advisor
AUGUST 2, 2017
For example, in France the determining element of whether an employment relationship exists is not the terms of the contract, but instead the subordination relationship between the principal and the worker. It is the company’s obligation to ensure employment taxes are withheld and reported.
HR Daily Advisor
FEBRUARY 9, 2017
Usually after a termination, the first thing an angry former employee does is call an employment lawyer. Here are five practical steps that employees can take in the termination process to reduce the risk of employment lawsuits and workplace violence. Is the counseling documented?
HRWatchdog
JULY 31, 2017
The following list summarizes top priority employment-related bills for the California Chamber of Commerce and their status as of July 21, when the Legislature began its summer recess. Bills signed by the Governor will become law on January 1, 2018. Employer Liability.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects individuals 40 and over from discrimination in any decision made during the full cycle of employment – including everything from hiring, termination, pay, job duties and beyond. This can be problematic when it becomes clear that individuals aren’t being hired based on their qualifications for a particular job, but rather how well they’d fit in socially with your team.
Insperity
JUNE 20, 2017
Here is another example of a handbook that leaves flexibility in how inappropriate behavior might be handled: … Although it is not possible to list all forms of inappropriate behavior and conduct, the following are examples that are considered inappropriate and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment (followed by examples of conduct that is considered “inappropriate”): …. Document details of all disciplinary conversations.
PerformanceICreate
MARCH 6, 2017
The phrase “document, document, document” was meant just for us! Most importantly, make friends with an employment law attorney! Back then that was called “happy hour” or taking a well-deserved vacation.
OmegaHR Solutions
NOVEMBER 1, 2017
However, the 20th century saw a number of laws passed that moved to lessen or eliminate the discrimination. One of the early laws to do so was establishing that women had the right to vote. This law was passed to address the issue of women making only $0.58
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