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On July 1, workers across Maryland and Washington, D.C., saw changes to their minimum hourly rate. As workers continue to contend with the affordability crisis, two counties in Maryland and the District of Columbia are three of the more than 20 states and localities to increase the minimum wage this summer. While Maryland’s statewide minimum […]
Employers operating in New York face several new employee benefits requirements that require attention. Also, recent developments and litigation trends are increasing compliance and fiduciary risk. Required for 2026—New York State Law On October 8, 2025, New York State launched the New York State Secure Choice Savings Program (the “Program”). The Program is designed to […]
Major natural disasters often devastate businesses or send them into a chaotic scramble mode. The results can be job losses or altered roles for employees, disruption for customers, and lengthy closures for repairs. Such difficult circumstances raise the stakes considerably for how affected brands, their leaders, and human resources teams respond to the crisis. The […]
A dangerous narrative is taking hold among HR leadership teams across the country, a story of effortless, overnight transformation powered by artificial intelligence. It is a seductive mirage shimmering in the desert of corporate ambition, promising untold riches and seamless automation from a technology that is still in its turbulent adolescence. This story sells a […]
Employee handbooks are meant to be a compliance cornerstone. Yet new research from Brightmine shows many organizations may be falling behind in keeping them current. Fewer than half (48%) of HR professionals surveyed feel very confident that their organization’s handbook accurately reflects all current employment law requirements that are applicable to their company. A handbook […]
On May 21, 2025, a federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana vacated a portion of the Biden-era U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) final rule implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) to require employers to reasonably accommodate employees who choose to have an abortion. Quick Hits U.S. […]
The recent changes to California’s wage and hour laws have significant implications for employers operating within the state. While the reforms are aimed at providing clearer guidelines for employers, there are still complex issues that HR professionals and employment lawyers must address. Key updates that affect your organization and what you can do to stay […]
The hiring process can be complex and time-consuming for even the smallest businesses. As they grow, of course, the landscape becomes even more complex, full of potential legal landmines that can be costly in terms of both out-of-pocket costs and business reputations. It takes a great deal of time, money and effort to post job […]
When it comes to hiring, compliance isn’t just a legal hoop to jump through; it’s about building a foundation of fairness, equity, and legality in your recruitment process. However, even well-intentioned organizations can stumble into common pitfalls that compromise their compliance efforts. From anti-discrimination laws to wage regulations, the legal landscape governing hiring practices is […]
It’s a fast-paced business environment out there. Companies of all sizes are seeking ways to remain agile, reduce costs, and still maintain high levels of efficiency. One emerging solution is fractional HR, a flexible approach to human resources management that allows businesses to access expert HR services on a part-time basis. This innovative model provides […]