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- Benefits & Compensation Health insurance options for 20 to 100 employees in 2027
- Benefits & Compensation Connecticut job ads must show pay and benefits from Oct. 1, 2026
- Legal News & Compliance New York Personnel File Law: What Employers Must Do by Nov. 8
- Benefits & Compensation California AB 2054 Expands Paid Family Leave for Military Families by 2028
- Legal News & Compliance OSHA’s Opioid Overdose Fact Sheet: Is Naloxone Required?
- Anti-Harassment California AB 1803 Adds Anti-Hate Speech Training in 2028
- Legal News & Compliance Trump Account auto-enrollment is complete: employer rules
- Benefits & Compensation Trump Accounts: the $1,000 head start for kids born 2025 through 2028
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Forced Lateral Job Transfers Can Potentially Support Discrimination Claims
According to a new SCOTUS decision, an employer’s decision to transfer an employee to a lateral job without affecting their…
What to Know About Finalized Pregnancy Rule That Requires Employers to Accommodate Abortion
Finalized rules released by the EEOC will require employers to accommodate those who need time away from work or other…
The Impact of New “Right to Disconnect” California Bill
California is examining legislation that would allow nearly all employees to disconnect from their employer during non-working hours. If passed…
An Overview and Action Plan for May’s Visa Bulletin
The federal government publishes a list of dates each month to inform immigrant applicants about when to expect notification from…
The Impact Bad Hires Have on Business
Businesses should focus on finding the right candidate for the job from the start to minimize wasteful expenditures. The right…
How Employers Should Prepare for New OSHA Rule
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is finalizing a new rule that allows workers to choose a union rep…
What You Need to Know About OFCCP’s Certification Deadline
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced that the third cycle of their certification portal will open in…
California Increases Minimum Wage for Fast Food Employees
Starting April 1, 2024, the new fast-food minimum wage will come into effect for Californians. Per Assembly Bill AB 1228…
Paid Sick Leave Discrepancy for Part-Time California Employees is Finally Clarified
There has been much confusion regarding the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement’s expansion to California’s Paid Sick Leave law. However…
Texas Judge Strikes Down Controversial Joint Employer Rule
The NLRB’s controversial joint employer rule, originally set to take effect on March 11, was recently struck down by a…
NYC Employers: Workers’ Bill of Rights Distribution Deadline is July 1st
The highly anticipated Workers’ Bill of Rights was recently published by NYC officials, and businesses must provide a copy to…
Newest States to Ban Captive Audience Meetings: Colorado & Washington
Two states, Colorado and Washington, are likely to begin banning employers from having mandatory employee meetings about religion and politics…
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