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The element of surprise in social media background searches is highly overrated, says attorney and social media expert Molly DiBianca.
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Supreme Court to Decide Key Employment Issues in 2010
Before each term, the U.S. Supreme Court identifies the cases it will hear in that term. While the Court has identified only three cases directly involving claims under various federal labor and employment statutes, in an additional four cases, the Court’s decisions are likely to have a significant effect on the rights and practices of […]
Where are the Jobs? Steady Hiring Pace Expected in Q2
Announced in a press release, ManpowerGroup has released its latest Employment Outlook Survey. The survey indicates stable hiring plans among U.S. employers for the second quarter (Q2) of 2016. Taking into account seasonal variations, the Net Employment Outlook* is +16%, making anticipated hiring in Q2 2016 relatively stable compared to the first quarter of 2016 […]
How to Inspire, Motivate Employees in 2012
By Stephen D. Bruce, PHR Editor, HR Daily Advisor Christmas experiences with his family, says business and leadership blogger Dan Oswald in a recent edition of The Oswald Letter, have led him to some insights about how to inspire and motivate his employees in the new year. I had a conversation about Christmas the other […]
Unions: House Moves Forward on Employee Free Choice Act
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill — the Employee Free Choice Act — that would make it easier for employees to form unions. The measure was approved by a vote of 241-185.
Exempt Employees: Docking Errors May Cost Employer $7 Million; When You Can—And Can’t—Correct Docking Mistakes
The rules on when you can legally dock exempt employees’ pay are complex, and it’s easy to make mistakes. For example, if you dock when you shouldn’t, the person could be considered an hourly worker entitled to back overtime. However, under a special federal provision known as the “window of correction” rule, you may be […]
“Drive-By Lawsuits” Against Business an Unfortunate By-Product of ADA, Says Disability Group Leader
The best defense against Americans with Disabilities Act lawsuits, whatever their motivation: Comply with the letter … and the spirit … of the law. Andrew Imparato doesn’t want you to get sued for failure to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). That’s rather ironic since, as president of the American Association of People […]
Charity Runs Afoul of Canada Revenue Agency
By Gulu Punia and Jennifer Shepherd Deciding to retain a contractor rather than an employee can be the right decision depending on the needs of a business. But there are risks. If a court determines that the relationship is in fact an employment relationship, the employer can be liable. Such was the case in M.A.P. […]
Forge the Crucial Link in the Antidiscrimination Compliance Chain
Discrimination is a wider issue than most workers realize. Here’s a program that gives them a panoramic view of the problem, so you get wider protection against its consequences. A recent Daily Advisor article discussed the legal aspects of discrimination and how to avoid a lawsuit. The law in this case is pretty clear for […]
Some Self-funded Plans Could Escape Reform Reinsurance Fees
Self-funded plans that are also self-administered will be made exempt from paying reinsurance contributions under the health care reform law for the 2015 and 2016 benefit years, the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services said in final program integrity rules. The promised relief will occur in future rulemaking, according to the preamble of the program […]