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Crimcheck Technologies and Avionté Announce Strategic Partnership and Integrated Solutions that Improve Staffing Productivity

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The FSLA defines “off the clock” time as any work that is scheduled outside normal working hours. The mistake that HR commonly makes is failing to redefine “ off the clock ” time in the context of flexible workplace schedules. Human resources can sometimes seem like a legal minefield. However, there are two common FCRA mistakes.

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5 Legal HR Mistakes Which Can Prove Very Costly

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The FSLA defines “off the clock” time as any work that is scheduled outside normal working hours. The mistake which HRs make is failing to redefine “ off the clock ” time in the context of flexible workplace schedules. Human resources can sometimes seem like a legal minefield. FCRA compliance is actually quite simple to observe.

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California Fair Chance Act Compliance Update

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After learning about an applicant’s conviction, employers would conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the conviction directly relates to the job’s specific duties and justifies denying the applicant the position. This act is designed to provide individuals with criminal histories a fair chance of employment.

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Texas Rolls Back Fair Chance Hiring: Implications for Austin and Beyond 

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In the dynamic sphere of employment law, changes can sometimes be drastic and swift, leaving both employers and potential employees adjusting to new realities. Recently, Texas has superseded local laws and ordinances which go beyond or clash with state policies. This enhanced freedom provides a broader spectrum for evaluating candidates.

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In Case You Missed it: Restrictions on Criminal History Usage in Atlanta – An Overview for HR Professionals

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In June 2022, the City of Atlanta adopted a new ordinance to amend its existing anti-discrimination laws (Chapter 94 of the Atlanta Municipal Code). Every reader’s circumstances are unique and legal advice should be obtained only from a lawyer with whom the reader has established an attorney-client relationship. What is the New Legislation?

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Should We Remove Marijuana from Drug Test Panels?

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Some argue that removing marijuana from drug testing panels is necessary to protect employee privacy and prevent discrimination against those who use marijuana legally or for medical purposes. As marijuana legalization gains momentum across the United States, the topic of workplace drug testing has become increasingly relevant.

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California AB 2188: Implications for Employers and Marijuana Testing

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AB 2188 and Drug Testing While AB 2188 does not make drug testing for marijuana illegal, it does stipulate that it’s unlawful for an employer to discriminate against any person in hiring, termination, or any term or condition of employment based on a positive drug test that has found cannabis metabolites.