HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

It’s the first day of October, which means the leaves are starting to turn red and orange, pumpkin spice is everywhere, everyone is looking longingly at their sweaters — and new employment laws are here! Because its definitions are broad, employee data that employers collect for employment purposes was included.

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HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

[Ballman] I’ve seen employees left in limbo for months, and some never get an answer because unscrupulous employers want to claim the employee quit so they leave them hanging indefinitely. Remember, even tiny companies could be subject to state laws and local ordinances about discrimination and other issues.

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SwipeClock

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Anti-discrimination laws affect recruiting and hiring. Fair Workweek laws influence shift scheduling. Plus the Affordable Care Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, and laws at the state and local level. On top of it all, employers are required to keep records to verify compliant practices. Demystify compliance.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc. join up again to give a second update on remaining key labor and employment-related bills that await the Governor’s pen.

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Employers need to be aware of a few significant new 2020 employment laws that may affect their daily business operations, policies and employees. Some new laws make significant changes while others make smaller changes to existing law. Employers must also create and implement a lactation accommodation policy.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli , adjunct professor at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and a partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc., The bill also provides legislative findings and declarations to help provide definition and guidance.

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AIHR

AUGUST 2, 2021

We will explore the definition of retaliation in the workplace, some examples and possible signs, and how you can prevent workplace retaliation at your organization. Under the EEO laws, it is prohibited to punish job candidates or employees “for asserting their rights to be free from employment discrimination, including harassment.”

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PlanSource

APRIL 16, 2019

This article is a recap of a recent webinar featuring Kate Bischoff from tHRive Law & Consulting. Employment law changes tend to come in waves, driven by public perceptions of what’s fair for workers. Those with a low risk tolerance are advised to abide by state laws to avoid conflict. Fair Labor Standards Act.

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HR Lineup

MARCH 27, 2025

Reduces Hiring Bias Objective assessments prevent discrimination and promote fair hiring practices. Supports Legal Compliance Valid selection tools help organizations comply with labor laws and anti-discrimination policies. Ensures a long-term, data-driven approach to recruitment. External factors (e.g.,

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LiveHire

AUGUST 12, 2021

Co-employment and independent contractor misclassification. Discrimination. Of note, co-employment has another name, ‘joint employment’. Why is co-employment risk important to understand? Not partnering with a supplier who understands co-employment risk. They are: Candidate experience and brand impact.

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EmployeeConnect

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you are a victim of bullying at work, then you should definitely research your company’s policy and check whether there’s something related to bullying mentioned in it or not. You can’t file complaints about discrimination unless you have proper proof to show. Properly Research Your Company’s Policy.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 19, 2024

’ Instead, it provides an intentionally vague definition of a disability to cover as many debilitating conditions as possible and to keep up with changing circumstances. As stated before, Congress intentionally included a vague definition of the word disability to ensure they covered as many qualifying conditions as possible.

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Careerminds

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

What are your legal rights as an employer? This article will walk you through everything you need to know, from explaining the job abandonment definition to creating policies that protect your business. Your policy should be developed with HR consultants and legal advisors to ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws.

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HR Lineup

JANUARY 27, 2025

This article will delve into the concept of employee misclassification, its causes, consequences, and how businesses can avoid it while remaining compliant with labor laws. Control and Independence Employees typically work under the employer’s control, adhering to specified work hours, tasks, and guidelines. gig economy roles).

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Helpside

MARCH 4, 2025

How to avoid it: Ensure you understand the legal definitions of employees vs. contractors. If you’re unsure, consult with an HR expert (such as a PEO ) to make sure your company is following the law. From wage laws to anti-discrimination regulations, theres a lot to keep track of.

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The Employer Handbook

JULY 26, 2023

Both courts predicted that the New Jersey Supreme Court, which has yet to rule on this issue, would conclude that New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) is broad enough to cover out-of-state residents/workers. So, neither court felt it appropriate to read any other definition of “person” into the statute.

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HR Bartender

MAY 31, 2016

we have a law protecting people from age discrimination. Can you briefly describe the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) ? Hyman] The ADEA protects employees age 40 or older from discrimination in employment. Technically speaking, a person in their 20’s isn’t protected by the law.

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ScaleHRO

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Along with adding employees—which may change the feel of your culture as well as your floorplan—your organization may become subject to federal and state laws that take effect once you have a certain number of employees. In the context of employment law, discrimination means taking any adverse (or negative) action against an employee.

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New to HR

JANUARY 4, 2015

While we have countless country and labour laws protecting our interests based on not only culture but societal needs, newer countries to the stage offer their own challenges as lawyers and HR professionals work to foster aligning business practices globally without offending the needs of specific cultures and their inherent identity.

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HR Daily Advisor

AUGUST 18, 2017

A recent decision from the Iowa Court of Appeals should cause Iowa employers to hit pause on routine decisions relating to workers’ compensation claimants. Iowa Department of Natural Resources , effectively dismantled the definition of “disability” for disability discrimination claims. The decision, Vetter v.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 23, 2022

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has asked the California Supreme Court to determine whether a business entity acting as an agent of an employer can be held directly liable for employment discrimination under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) ( Kristina Raines et al. Healthworks Medical Group et al. ,

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AIHR

MARCH 20, 2023

While there are no laws in the United States that require companies to create a handbook, some states require specific employment laws to be written down and easy to access by employees. By having a handbook in place, you can ensure that your company complies with the latest federal, state, and local laws.

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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

If you list a definitive consequence, follow through and be consistent. Business owners and managers may also face accusations of favoritism or discrimination if discipline is unevenly and inconsistently applied. Otherwise, you could face discrimination and wrongful termination claims when you decide to enforce the policy.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 19, 2016

Can you make it any easier to discriminate? If a person does decide to include their headshot on their resume/CV, can you share one “must-do” and “definitely don’t do”? And some ‘experts’ are calling for job seekers to put their image on their resumes? This is quite the slippery slope!

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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. Follow these tips to help prevent age discrimination in your organization.

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HRExecutive

MAY 6, 2021

Like the General Data Protection Regulation before it, the EU regulation will become the definitive baseline for global entities. The organizations making the employment decisions carry all liability for those decisions, both by contract with the vendors and under anti-discrimination laws. Click here to register.

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HR Morning

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Ever since the ADA went into effect, employers have been warned that virtually any condition can now fit the definition of a disability. But the ADA laws have limits, as two recent court rulings illustrate. When evaluating ADA claims of discrimination, “courts apply a multi-step, burden-shifting framework,” said Legault.

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HR Daily Advisor

JANUARY 30, 2018

The Washington Supreme Court recently held that job applicants have a claim under the Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD) when a prospective employer refuses to hire them in retaliation for their opposition to discrimination by a different employer. Takeaway for Employers. Court’s Opinion.

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HR Daily Advisor

MARCH 20, 2018

The court found an employee’s complaint contained sufficient allegations of discrimination based on her disability and her use of medical leave to move forward toward trial. In December 2014, Allison filed a lawsuit that included allegations of disability discrimination and violations of the FMLA. as a warehouse manager.

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SHRM Resources

AUGUST 27, 2023

The California Supreme Court recently issued a ruling that expands the definition of employer under the state’s discrimination statute, the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

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HRWatchdog

MAY 6, 2022

There’s a complex set of employment laws that employers must follow.”. To help small business members navigate through these laws, the CalChamber has created a Hiring Checklist to assist employers with onboarding new hires.

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Peopletrail

JANUARY 13, 2020

At the same time, you need to be aware of the legality of screening potential employees and make sure that you do not violate any employment law or anti-discrimination law in the process. Mislabeling an employee as an independent contractor is a violation of employment laws and can land you in legal trouble.

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Ask a Manager

MAY 9, 2022

The letter of the law is not perfect since obviously not all women menstruate, and not all people who menstruate consider themselves women. Local law controversially does not acknowledge transgender, nonbinary, and intersex persons. non-discrimination laws. Trying to making another culture’s law comply with U.S.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 22, 2023

The Meaning of “Employer” The primary argument on appeal and before the California Supreme Court is whether an employer’s business agent entities can be held directly liable for FEHA violations, or if an applicant’s or employee’s only recourse for third-party FEHA violations is through their direct employer. Baird and Jones v.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 23, 2017

You definitely can’t fire a pregnant employee for complaining about pregnancy discrimination. Wrong answer: Demoting Suzie based on a stereotype about her ability to work while pregnant is against the law, as one employer recently found out. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

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HR Daily Advisor

MARCH 31, 2017

Here, we’ll look at how to coordinate the FMLA with discrimination laws. Pregnancy Discrimination. The federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) applies to employers that have at least 15 employees. Genetic Discrimination. In the last installment , we looked at the ADA and leave accommodations.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 5, 2020

The ordinance applies to certain businesses that are either a “covered service employer” operating a “covered service enterprise,” or a “covered restaurant employer.” Additional requirements apply to new/successor employers where a transfer of the business occurs. Anti-Retaliation Provision and Enforcement. Not a member?

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