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Your temporary workers can probably sue you for discrimination

The Employer Handbook

Last week, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals daintily dabbed the Cheez Whiz from their cheeseteak holes and voted provolone out of Philadelphia took up the issue of whether a company with which a staffing company places temporary workers can be sued for discrimination. In a word, yes. It’s a control test.

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Four Employee Handbook Mistakes to Avoid

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In employment lawsuits, employee handbooks can either be a tool to help protect your company or a liability if not carefully maintained and updated. While there is no federal or state law that requires employers to have an employee handbook, it is best practice for employers to have one.

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Sample human resources manager job description and interview questions

Business Management Daily

They will also be responsible for developing personnel policies and regularly updating the employee handbook. Thoroughly investigate complaints including those related to sexual harassment and discrimination. Utilize outside resources to monitor issues in employment law and communicates potential changes to upper management.

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5 staff handbook amendments that HR should make in 2023

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Diverse and Engaged CEO Dee Marshall has noted that many companies don’t update their employee handbook as often as they should, and this seems to be the case among a variety of professions. With further employment laws coming into place in 2023, this is the perfect time for you to revamp your company’s employee handbook.

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Most workers get time off to vote, but few take it. Why?

HRExecutive

“The survey highlights that many employers are either not complying with the law or not informing their employees of their existing policies, leaving many unaware of their rights during this presidential election season,” says Melissa Stein, an attorney and legal editor at Brightmine.

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Following the Supreme Court’s decision on religious accommodations, more requests have found their way into the courts

HR Brew

That’s different from the test under the ADA [Americans with Disabilities Act],” said Jonathan Segal, an employment attorney with Duane Morris. The ruling has changed the employment law landscape on the issue. HR Brew reported on the case last year. In Groff v. This standard is more in line with the ADA.

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7 Ways an HR Portal Can Radically Transform Your Business in 2021

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Keep the employee handbook up-to-date. 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. It helps to have several employment law experts on your HR staff!