Workplace misconduct—whether sexual harassment, wage violations, or immigration-related risks—can expose employers to costly litigation and reputational harm. But one tool is increasingly proving to be a powerful shield...
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It’s no secret that 2025 has seen a dramatic shift in the federal government’s view of the value and legal validity of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives. The latest guidance from the...
“Why does it feel like somebody’s watching me?” Remember the old song with Michael Jackson singing this lament in the chorus? Employees in our current technological age may share this sentiment. More and more employers...
On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. One of its provisions has been dubbed “no taxes on tips” and provides a tax deduction of up to $25,000 for tips received by...
We’re witnessing more of an emphasis on immigration enforcement, which is increasingly being felt by employers and involves a noticeable uptick in federal agency inquiries directed at workplaces. With more of a focus on...
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment decision-making has continued to rise since its inception. Nowhere is this more evident than in hiring decisions. Employers have used AI to help screen résumés...
Fifteen years after the Affordable Care Act (ACA) became law, noncompliance with the employer mandate is no longer a gamble—it’s a guaranteed financial hit. Paying Internal Revenue Service (IRS) penalties can cost six...
Q Are there any exceptions to meal and rest break requirements? Can we allow employees to waive their meal breaks if they work six hours instead of eight? Federal law doesn’t require employers to provide employees with...
There have been changes to the requirement for federal contractors to have affirmative action plans (AAPs) since the Trump administration came into office. In Executive Order (EO) 14173 “Ending Illegal Discrimination and...
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The Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced the return of the Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program. PAID is a voluntary compliance initiative that helps employers resolve inadvertent violations of...
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All day long you give me the runaround When you say something here, You mean something there You give me the runaround Same thing yesterday, Same thing the day before from “Runaround” by Tulsa songwriter J. J. Cale Under...
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) recently published rules interpreting and clarifying some of the requirements in the state’s paid family medical leave law, which is codified at...
A good employee performance evaluation involves thorough preparation, clear communication, and a focus on the employee’s strengths and areas that need improvement. The review should be a two-way conversation, with...
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Ever frustrated by the lack of employee engagement? You sense that they want to speak up but, well, just don’t do so. Here are three ideas. Idea No. 1: Do a pre-mortem on a project Scientist Gary Klein suggests that...
Recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) on the use of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in both employment and other public programs signals a shift in how employers should navigate the...
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