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Creating a simpler, yet richer way, to access LinkedIn
When we launched LinkedIn Lite in 2017, our goal was to make the platform more accessible and help professionals in low-connectivity and low-bandwidth areas like India, better connect to opportunity.…
Employer Failed to Prove Existence of Arbitration Agreement
An employee who sued her employer for discrimination, retaliation and failure to provide reasonable accommodations could not be forced to arbitrate her claims because
DOL Issues, Then Withdraws, Guidance on Compensability of COVID-19 Testing and Vaccine Time
The Department of Labor posted COVID-19 guidance addressing when employers must pay employees for time spent getting vaccinations and undergoing testing outside of
First Amendment Does Not Protect Employee’s Criticism of Supervisor
An employee's criticism of her supervisor's possible misconduct in her official area of responsibility was not protected under the First Amendment, ruled the 7th
Promotions Got a Boost in 2021
Promotions are on the upswing as the economy continues to rebound from the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic
Workers Expect More Conversations on DE&I Issues, Study Finds
Workers want more conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace, according to a study released by the global communications firm Edelman
Salon Response to Customer Proposition May Have Created Hostile Work Environment
A male manicurist who was propositioned for sex by a male customer could proceed on his sexual-harassment claim against the salon based on the dismissive response of the
First Amendment Does Not Protect Employee’s Criticism of Supervisor
An employee's criticism of her supervisor's possible misconduct in her official area of responsibility was not protected under the First Amendment, ruled the 7th
Pandemic Fraud Taxes Employers, State Agencies
From fraudulent COVID-19 tests to collect workers’ compensation to fraudulent unemployment insurance claims and fake COVID-19 cards, employers and state agencies are
Employers Identify Workforce Mental Health Priorities for 2022
Employers are looking to make their well-being programs a differentiator to attract and engage top talent this year. Here are the actions employers plan to take to