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The apparent demise of a full-scale Affordable Care Act (ACA) repeal may be followed by more incremental efforts to tweak ACA requirements. For now, however, the lack of dramatic changes means that some employers may need to refocus on the reporting and other requirements of the law.
The unfortunate truth is that the moment your candidate comes in for an interview, you are already at risk of making an illegal and costly blunder. Preemployment inquiries are regulated by a series of employment laws; despite this, a number of illegal questions are asked every year. For example, the Americans with Disabilities Act expressly […]
Recruitment has always had its fair share of challenges. That’s why the recruitment industry isn’t for the faint of heart. Recruiters are basically employment matchmakers; they’re working hard to pair the right people in the right positions in order to help companies better serve their customers. But that’s much easier said than done, and can […]
When natural disasters such as Hurricane Harvey strike, work may not be the first thought for those hurt and those wanting to help, but it’s not far down the list of concerns. Getting back to work is an important part of getting back to normal for many storm victims. And those not in the path […]
The costs of owning and implementing a learning management system can quickly push you beyond your budget if you fail to plan accordingly. So, how can directors and managers create a true picture of their actual LMS costs to avoid ballooning expenses? Start by asking yourself several key questions before signing on the dotted line.
How do we ensure that our job descriptions contain the true essential functions of the job? Why is this important? The short answer is that essential functions must be assessed when evaluating whether a disabled individual can perform a job; in the absence of a job description accurately listing the essential functions, an employer is […]
The term “boomerang employee” refers to a worker who has left your company only to be rehired sometime later. We’ve discussed the pros and cons of bringing back boomerang employees in the past, but as employers seek to rehire laid-off or furloughed workers, it’s time we look at new research to solve the question once […]
Thanks to all 1,052 participants in the 2014 Training and Development Survey! Here are the highlights: New hire orientation is the most commonly offered training topic, followed by sexual harassment and emergency procedures. HR conducts the training at 78 percent of respondents’ businesses. In the coming years, 86 percent expect to use more online training. […]
What on earth are these players thinking? We now have our third noteworthy example from the last few years of a player live-streaming his coach’s postgame victory speech on a social media platform.
Vandana Juneja has dedicated her career to shaping workplaces that are inclusive, equitable, and empowering. With a background spanning human resources (HR), law, and global consulting, Juneja’s diverse experiences uniquely equip her for her role as the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Officer, a new role at Thornton Tomasetti, a scientific and engineering consulting firm. In […]