HR Bartender

APRIL 2, 2015

That being said, it can be a serious shock when an employee finds out human resources is investigating something that involves them – whether they are the focus of the investigation or just that their name has come up in conversation. What should employees remember when they’re asked to meet with HR regarding an investigation (regardless of their involvement)? Every employee has a duty to reasonably cooperate with an employer’s investigation.

Resources 296

Resources Employee Relations Discrimination Immedis 296

The HR Capitalist

MARCH 2, 2020

In today's cancel culture, it has never been easier to be accused of discrimination, and never been more important to watch what you say. . Teams that draw on the full gamut of experience are the kind more and more clients are demanding to see looking back at them in presentations and pitches.

Discrimination 172

Discrimination Employee Relations Coaching Groups 172

The HR Capitalist

JULY 25, 2018

In case you missed it last week, four former Seattle-based Delta Air Lines employees filed a lawsuit against the company, saying they were fired for speaking Korean. A lot of the claims are afterthought allegations, with the real reasons for terminations being business-related. This is what we pay the HR generalist (at all levels) with employee relations responsibilities for. Employee Relations Legal Affairs Litigation Managing

Discrimination 77

Discrimination Groups Analysis Report 77

The HR Capitalist

JULY 25, 2018

In case you missed it last week, four former Seattle-based Delta Air Lines employees filed a lawsuit against the company, saying they were fired for speaking Korean. A lot of the claims are afterthought allegations, with the real reasons for terminations being business-related. This is what we pay the HR generalist (at all levels) with employee relations responsibilities for. Employee Relations Legal Affairs Litigation Managing

Discrimination 68

Discrimination Groups Analysis Report 68

PerformanceICreate

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

” She was, of course, suggesting that I present a kinder, more gentler me. I think of my mother and her pleadings nearly every time I teach a class on discrimination and harassment prevention. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and numerous other anti-discrimination and harassment laws have, as their main purpose, the intent of prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. I have been teaching discrimination and harassment prevention classes since 1995.

Diversity and Equality 46

Diversity and Equality Course Employment Law Training 46

New to HR

JANUARY 4, 2015

With the rise of technology making communication and idea presentation easier, this is the natural course of things. Each of their laws governs the relationship between employer and employee. Qualifications can also take the age-old discrimination of both gender and race. This allows for a relatively seamless way to spread one’s reach. Employee Relations (ER) Global Law HR Human Resources New to HR

Employment Law 77

Employment Law Discrimination Policies Employee Relations 77

Investipro

APRIL 19, 2017

An article published today in the Employment Discrimination Report , by Fox Rothschild LLP, clearly shows that the need for confidentiality is something that must be reiterated again and again. In brief, the House Intelligence Chairman, Devin Nunes, publicly spoke of evidence found during the investigation with the White House before presenting that information to the committee overseeing the investigation. Employee relations Investigations This really happened!

eBook 48

eBook Discrimination Report Employee Relations 48

Get Hppy

APRIL 1, 2021

Precise & Engaging Presentation Skills. The ability for any professional to communicate their ideas and strategies through presentation can never be overemphasized. Engaging presentation skills help you to relate the information in the best way possible.

Competencies 127

Competencies Discrimination Resources Employee Relations 127

HR Daily Advisor

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Garrison, who presented a session at BLR’s 2017 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium (AEIS) titled #Protecting Information Systems , noted that social media is a powerful marketing and public relations tool for companies. He also warned that social media use by employees may result unexpected liabilities such as the loss of intellectual property and trade secrets, claims of defamation, security breaches, privacy issues, and discrimination or harassment complaints.

Guidelines 44

Guidelines Handbook Employment Law Human Capital Management 44

The HR Capitalist

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

At the heart of some of the resistance to Puzder's nomination was a domestic abuse allegation from an ex-wife and some immigration concerns related to an undocumented housekeeper. Let's explore some of the content and I'll give you color commentary as we flow though it related to Puzder as a potential Secretary of Labor: “What’s more American,” the Carl’s Jr. He claims 75,000 people as employees in the U.S. when presenting his qualifications for a cabinet position.

Comparison 83

Comparison Discrimination Workforce Planning Employee Relations 83

LaborSoft

MARCH 25, 2021

However, despite the fact that women now make up half of the workforce, overt disparities still exist, including the ever-present pay gap and an imbalanced representation of women in executive or leadership roles.

Diversity and Equality 52

Diversity and Equality Diversity Policies Discrimination 52

Ohio Employer's Law

DECEMBER 2, 2014

In September, the EEOC filed its first two lawsuits alleging sex discrimination on behalf of transgender employees ( here and here ). Now, a federal court in Texas has expressly held that Title VII’s prohibition against sex discrimination does not extend to a transgender employee. 11/19/14) (h/t: Eric Meyer ) involves a truck-driving instructor born a female but who presents as a male. LGBT rights continue to dominate headlines.

Discrimination 43

Discrimination Policies Employee Relations Harassment 43

Digital HR Tech

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Some companies keep the title to describe a person that performs the core people-related functions in the organization. Because recruiting is so visible, and every employee goes through this process, many people equate HR with recruiting. An HR person may help employees with their healthcare provider questions, or they may refer them to the carrier for all inquiries. Employee Relations. Employee relations includes the following activities: Management training.

Discrimination 65

Discrimination Analytics Employee Relations Training 65

LaborSoft

AUGUST 17, 2018

As an HR manager or company owner, you would probably agree that one of the last things y ou’d want to deal with would be a discrimination charge notice from the EEOC. If one of your company’s applicants or employees feels that he/she has been a victim. of discrimination or harassment , he/she can file a complaint with the U.S. Is Your Company At Risk? Follow These Steps When a Complaint is Filed with the EEOC.

Discrimination 40

Discrimination Analytics Compliance Immedis 40

Vantage Circle

MARCH 19, 2021

Doing so will lead to the creation of an equal and inclusive workspace, where employees feel appreciated and valued, regardless of their diversities. Supporting Employees' Mental Health. When working remotely, different employees have different living conditions.

Diversity and Equality 60

Diversity and Equality Trends Diversity Discrimination 60

Business Management Daily

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Any adverse action employers take against these groups of workers very likely constitutes disparate impact discrimination. No proof of intent to discriminate is needed. Employers who appear to put profits over employee safety create a public relations nightmare.

Discrimination 52

Discrimination Bonuses and Incentives Time and Attendance Employment Law 52

HR Digest

JULY 20, 2020

Conduct an annual review of your company policies and procedures to ensure your employee handbook manual is compliant with existing and new laws. Employee Files and Records. Create and store employee files and records in a locked and secure cabinet. Employee Relations.

Compliance 39

Compliance Handbook Discrimination Policies 39

Insperity

JUNE 25, 2020

The delicate balance is: How do you handle compensation during uncertain times to protect the financial health of your business but without losing valued employees? From the employee perspective, pay freezes are usually preferable to reductions in regular wages or interruptions to payroll.

Compensation 82

Compensation Bonuses and Incentives Retention and Turnover Discrimination 82

Ohio Employer's Law

JANUARY 31, 2018

In a perfect world, discrimination, retaliation, and harassment wouldn’t exist. It’s an opportunity to train employers how to handle an employee relations problem better the next time. I say that mistakes can be legal or interpersonal because lawsuits don’t necessarily happen because an employee was discriminated against. Every now and again it’s worth pulling a post out of the archives for a rerun.

Discrimination 35

Discrimination Employment Law Compliance Employee Relations 35

LaborSoft

JULY 15, 2020

More than ever, HR departments and employers will bear the burden of how to translate the guidelines into finite transitional policies for their own employees and how to assure them that their safety and well-being is at the forefront of their plans. Labor Relations Human Resources

Guidelines 52

Guidelines Screening Policies Discrimination 52

LaborSoft

JULY 15, 2020

More than ever, HR departments and employers will bear the burden of how to translate the guidelines into finite transitional policies for their own employees and how to assure them that their safety and well-being is at the forefront of their plans. Labor Relations Human Resources

Guidelines 52

Guidelines Screening Policies Discrimination 52

Ohio Employer's Law

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

The Muppets present, 5 People You’ll Meet At Work. Here’s the rest of what I read this week: Discrimination Judge Titus Channels Inner Kenny Rogers in $1 Million EEOC Rebuke — via Employee Screen IQ Firing an employee for complaining on Facebook about discrimination = retaliation — via Eric Meyer's The Employer Handbook Blog Workplace religious accommodation, cont’d — via Walter Olson's Overlawyered Yes, employers may have to accommodate even “crazy” religious beliefs. —

Handbook 38

Handbook Discrimination Employment Law Screening 38

Insperity

MARCH 17, 2020

By being well versed in the facts, business leaders can play a critical role in soothing employees’ concerns, modeling healthy behaviors and keeping their workplaces relatively productive – all while not running afoul of related laws and regulations.

Time and Attendance 107

Time and Attendance How To Guidelines Policies 107

OmegaHR Solutions

JUNE 2, 2015

One of the more talked about trends in employee relations and new ways of working is unlimited vacation. Touted as the best way to treat employees unlimited vacation supposedly focuses on productivity rather than time. As long as an employee has their assignments done they can take off any amount of time they desire. It doesn’t work for hourly employees working in a production environment. With salaried exempt employees time worked doesn’t matter.

Policies 69

Policies Discrimination Employment Law Wage and Hour Training 69

LaborSoft

OCTOBER 22, 2018

To refresh your memory, this amendment debuted in 1972 and prohibits sex discrimination in educational institutions that receive federal funding, and directs how colleges and universities respond to sexual misconduct claims. Those in favor of no limits feel that there will be less pressure for the colleges and universities to present a comprehensive investigation. It is important to be aware of the recent rollbacks that were made to the U.S.

Staffing 40

Staffing Guidelines Discrimination Analytics 40

Insperity

JULY 26, 2018

When an employee asks you for a pay raise, it’s easy to feel taken off guard. If employees are frequently approaching you and inquiring about raises, the most likely culprit is that you lack a solid compensation philosophy. Regardless of whether your company offers annual merit increases, you should – at the very least – annually review employee salaries to ensure employees are being appropriately compensated according to your compensation policy.

Certification 63

Certification Guidelines Discrimination Data 63

Ohio Employer's Law

MAY 8, 2015

So, I present Donovan’s kindergarten class performing “La Poule Maboule,” and Norah’s 3rd grade class performing “Comment y Aller.” Here’s the rest of what I read this week: Discrimination Well, that stinks! Doo-doo creates a discrimination claim. — via Eric Meyer’s The Employer Handbook Blog When Are Reasonable Accommodations NOT Required For a Disabled Employee? —

Handbook 40

Handbook Discrimination Employment Law Compliance 40

Ohio Employer's Law

APRIL 24, 2015

I gave four different seminar presentations over an eight-day span: Last Wednesday I presented a two-hour FMLA/ADA update to the Southwest Safety Council. Tuesday I presented a webinar on criminal background checks and Title VII Wednesday I opened the Northern Ohio Labor & Employment Conference with a discussion of emerging technology and employment law (i.e., via ERC’s HR insights Blog What Your Company’ Policy on Employee References? — It’s been a crazy week.

Cyber Security 38

Cyber Security Employment Law Handbook Discrimination 38

Ohio Employer's Law

JUNE 5, 2015

So, here you go: Later today, I’m presenting on managing generational issues in the workplace at the Lakeland Community College 8th Annual Small Business Symposium. On June 10, at 2 pm, I’m presenting a webinar on how to create a safer, OSHA-compliant workplace , for HRdirect. On June 16, at noon, I’m presenting a webinar on OSHA compliance and workplace safety , for the West LegalEdcenter. Here’s the rest of what I read this week: Discrimination.

Employment Law 40

Employment Law Handbook Discrimination Compliance 40

Ohio Employer's Law

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

I’m hoping to fill the gap for those fathers who also strive and struggle with the expectations of home and work while presenting a new view of what it means to be one of two working parents. Here’s the rest of what I read this week: Discrimination EEOC v. Related Stories WIRTW #353 (the “sphere of influence” edition) WIRTW #352 (the “rock hard” edition) WIRTW #351 (the “conciliation” edition).

Employment Law 40

Employment Law Handbook Discrimination Policies 40

Ohio Employer's Law

APRIL 22, 2016

Yesterday morning, I presented Everything You Need to Know About Cyber Security (in 30 minutes). Then, last evening I presenting Hot Employment Law Issues for 2016 to a group of HR professionals for ConnectedHR. It was the first time I’ve ever presented in a wine bar, and, moving forward, it should be the only venue in which I present. Discrimination. You guys don’t have to let employees pray to a Flying Spaghetti Monster. HR & Employee Relations.

Cyber Security 28

Cyber Security Employment Law Discrimination Handbook 28

Ohio Employer's Law

APRIL 15, 2016

Last week I presented, along with two of my partners, Seth Briskin and Steve Dlott , Hot Topics in Employment Law: What to Worry About in 2016. Discrimination Here’s a novel defense to a discrimination claim. via Employment Law Navigator HR & Employee Relations Who Gives HR a Bad Name? — Ken had a surly fan last night. But when life gives him lemons, he makes memes.

Employment Law 29

Employment Law Handbook Discrimination Report 29

Ohio Employer's Law

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

And, for the second straight year, I am thrilled to be one of the more than 50 industry leaders chosen to present. In this session, you will learn the most important steps you can take right now to train your employees on effective cybersecurity awareness, to place your company in the best position to protect against a costly data breach. Discrimination. Employees as Brand Ambassadors on the new LinkedIn Company Pages — via Blogging4Jobs. HR & Employee Relations.

Handbook 34

Handbook Employment Law Conference Discrimination 34

Ohio Employer's Law

JUNE 2, 2017

Here’s what I read this week: Discrimination. Sometimes hiring discrimination is committed by a bigot—and sometimes it’s by standardized test — via Workplace Fairness. HR & Employee Relations. “I What happens when an employee refuses to sign a discipline notice? — How Weak Are Employee “Nondisclosure Agreements”? Professional Cheerleader Case Presents Independent Contractor and Joint Employer Lessons — via Employment Class Action Blog.

Handbook 30

Handbook Employment Law Discrimination Guidelines 30

Paycor

MARCH 1, 2019

More than 18,000 people registered for Paycor’s two-day online Rise Web Summit, held in February, where industry experts offered advice on all things HR, from employee engagement to hot button compliance issues. The Humble Employee Handbook is Actually an Important Risk Prevention Tool. There’s no legal requirement to issue an employee handbook, so why bother? It is not discrimination—but be careful because it can be. Don’t Underestimate Employee Engagement.

Handbook 40

Handbook Paycor Compliance Policies 40