Oregon Infectious Disease Whistleblower Gets Day in Court
A recent Oregon court decision based on facts arising long before COVID-19 may shed light on some of the issues facing employers when employees raise virus-related safety concerns.
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Psychological Safety in the Workplace
The concept of psychological safety has gained paramount importance in the modern workforce. It’s the bedrock upon which trust, engagement, and productivity thrive. Recent research from Wiley has shed light on some concerning disparities in this area, particularly between individual contributors and top-tier executives. Disparities in Perceived Safety: Wiley Report Insights According to the Wiley […]
Calculating employee overtime pay: What is the ‘regular rate’?
“The number one violation that I’m seeing right now amongst employers is confusion over the concept of hours worked and regular rate.” attorney Mark Jacobs noted the audience in a recent CER webinar.
Rule vs. NRLB: Telsa Dress Code Hums Along at E-Car Plant
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals (the federal appeals court covering Texas) recently gave a green light to a dress code rule at a Telsa facility manufacturing electric cars. Read on. Dress for Success The Telsa facility gave each production employee what it called Team Wear: four black shirts and a black sweater, each […]
How to Address Growing Employee Burnout
As the U.S. economy faces turbulence and the lines between work and personal life blur, an increasing number of employees are reporting feelings of burnout. This growing concern is particularly pressing for business leaders who aim to retain talent and sustain productivity. Addressing burnout requires keen attention to early signs and proactive measures to foster […]
Ask the Expert: How Do Employers Navigate FLSA Onboarding Requirements?
Question: What is considered compensable time during the onboarding process under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)—for example, time completing paperwork before the start date as well as time reviewing policies and procedures and completing training? Answer: Employee onboarding involves incorporating new employees into the organization by providing necessary knowledge and skills to succeed. As […]
No One Is Safe from Termination—Beloved Mascot Gets the Ax
The “Great Recession” may be over, but that doesn’t mean you’re safe from termination! Case in point: MetLife just fired its longest-standing employee—Snoopy, MetLife’s mascot for the past 30 years.
Few Lawsuits in First Half of 2025; Flurry of New Cases for End of FY2025
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed only 16 lawsuits so far in 2025, far below the 36 filed at this time last year. Of the 16 lawsuits, six are sexual harassment, three are religious discrimination, three are disability discrimination, two pregnancy discrimination, and one each are age discrimination and national origin discrimination. At […]
It’s Time for HR Pros to Throw Out Résumés and Unstructured Interviews
Workforces and talent pools have changed dramatically in recent years; labor is more mobile than ever, diversity and inclusion have become increasingly vital for all companies, and the recruitment and retention of skilled workers is crucial to remain competitive in the global economy. Meanwhile, employees are demanding greater flexibility, professional development opportunities, and higher wages—all […]
Strategies for Using Knowledge Tests in the Promotion Process
In a previous post, we discussed the challenge many companies face when it comes to employees’ retaining information conveyed in training sessions.