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By Jennifer Carsen, JD, Legal Editor In a new decision termed “bizarre” by dissenting Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the U.S. Supreme Court has denied an ERISA plan’s bid for reimbursement on a seemingly archaic definition of what constitutes “equitable” relief.
News Flash: Innovation is no longer just a specialist’s job. What’s needed to keep up in today’s digital and global economy is a culture in which innovation is the mission of everyone, everywhere, every day.
In part one of this article, we explored how integrating extended reality (XR) training, which includes virtual reality (VR), mixed reality, and augmented reality technology, into training processes can be a great way for companies to recruit and retain workers of all ages and backgrounds. Here, we will look at three more industries that can […]
Can you force an employee who is on intermittent FMLA to take a set period of leave? The intermittent leave is too disruptive due to the fact that the employee’s absences are more often than expressed in the medical certification.
As of Friday, January 15, Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy had authorized up to 21,000 National Guard troops from around the country to assist law enforcement with security related to today’s inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden according to Military Times. The troops have come from nearly all states, with more than four times the number of […]
Employee reviews are a key part of any employee development process. It’s crucial to provide regular feedback for employees on what they are doing well, what they need to improve upon, and what you and the company see as their future in the organization.
Whether you are a recruiter guiding clients on doing business in our new normal or an HR leader driving a cultural change based on the effects of the global pandemic, there are some simple things you can do to maintain a high-performing culture, whether your employees are in the office or working from home.
No matter what business you’re in, the way you and your colleagues work has likely changed significantly in recent years and will continue to change in the years ahead.
An employer’s request for medical recertification to establish eligibility for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave didn’t violate the Act, the U.S. 8th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Arkansas) recently ruled. Missing 16 consecutive days rather than the expected four to five days set forth in the original medical certification was a significant […]
The Equality Act, which would prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, passed the U.S. House of Representatives on February 25, but regardless of its chances of ever becoming law, employers are advised to review their policies and practices to guard against discrimination, attorneys who advise employers say.