If the title of this article sounds ridiculous, it is. It’s an absurd way to highlight the even more absurd ways that some employers still infuse … Read more
Is It OK to Hire Someone With a Racist Background?
In light of the current social-justice movement, companies large and small are scrupulously examining their policies, positions, and practices for evidence … Read more
Legal Update: Abusive Conduct Is Not Protected Activity
Recently, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released the decision General Motors LLC and Charles Robinson (GM), which is significant not only for … Read more
You Cannot Solve Diversity Issues With Diversity Metrics
A new light has been shining on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives in the wake of the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter … Read more
Compliance Professionals: The Other “Essential Workers”
Companies are grappling with countless challenges as they navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. From layoffs to work-from-home mandates, businesses are … Read more
A Playbook for Returning Employees to Work
If the phased and fluid approach of returning to worksites seems at times frustrating, it’s because the typical process is dependent on many factors. These … Read more
10 Ways to Balance Safety With Wellbeing When Bringing People Back to the Workplace
The office as we know it is ripe for upheaval. While companies are reevaluating the role of the office after a long period of remote working, it’s … Read more
New DOL Guidance on Compensation Issues Related to Remote Work
The Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor recently published new guidance for employers, focusing on compliance under the Fair Labor Standards … Read more
The Legal Lounge: Hiring the “Un-Hireable”
Hopefully, we all now know that employers not only have the right but are right to fire employees for racist rants or jokes that go viral. But what happens … Read more
Mitigating the Compliance Risks of a Remote Workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced large numbers of employees into unanticipated work-from-home (WFH) arrangements. Many organizations report that they are … Read more