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We have no accurate statistics regarding the prevalence of bipolar disorders in the workplace, especially because it is often hidden due to stigma, says Wootton. However, we do see a prevalence in creative departments, sales, legal, and management. Frustratingly, he adds, it’s often a tough call whether the employee with bipolar is an asset or […]
By Susan Prince, JD, M.S.L., Legal Editor The federal Department of Labor (DOL) has released final changes to the overtime regulations. These changes are effective December 1, 2016. The most prominent change is the increase in the salary level required for exemption from overtime to an annual salary of $47,476. This translates to a weekly […]
The maximum wage base for Social Security tax will be $128,400 in 2018, up from $127,200 in 2017, the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) announced. (Note: The original 2018 wage base announced on October 13 was $128,700; this amount was revised by the SSA in late November.)
The workplace is undergoing a profound transformation. For the first time in history, Gen Z now outnumbers Baby Boomers in the workforce, signaling a generational shift with wide-ranging implications. Yet, as Boomers begin to transition out of full-time roles, their contributions remain vital. With decades of institutional knowledge, industry expertise, and leadership skills, Boomers are […]
Whether it’s children, pets, or employees, most people are familiar with the two basic methods of motivation: positive and negative. One can either praise desirable behavior or punish undesirable behavior.
Ask your CEO how successful his or her company culture is. Now ask your employees what they think of their company culture. Odds are you’ll find very different results. The truth is, the employer perspective rarely aligns with the employee perspective. The closer those two are together, the healthier an organization will be. But the […]
In 2020, the employer-employee relationship was forever altered. The COVID-19 outbreak disrupted industries, halted travel, and changed the way employees work. Employers have been forced to adapt to a tight employment market and workers’ needs. Some companies have decided to offer remote work opportunities and flexible schedules. With work from home becoming the norm, employers […]
Beachboard, who is a shareholder in the Los Angeles office of employment law firm Ogletree Deakins, details the risks in today’s Advisor. He made his comments at the SHRM Annual Conference and Exhibition held recently in Atlanta. 1. Leaks of Company Information The risk of unwanted disclosures is at the top of CEOs’ worries, says […]
As 2019 comes to an end, it’s time to look to the future. What does 2020 have in store for HR professionals and employers across the nation?
Television audiences for award shows have been in steep decline for years, but the 2022 Academy Awards received far more media attention after the fact than any other in modern history. This attention was all thanks to an off-color joke by Chris Rock, which was immediately followed by Will Smith marching onto the stage and […]