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UAE: Unemployment Insurance Scheme Extended to Free Zones
The scope of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE’s) mandatory employee unemployment insurance scheme has been extended to include workers employed by free zone companies
UK: AI's Impact on Workplace Safety
AI is already transforming the way companies think about work as more businesses incorporate some form of AI into their business processes, and it is also starting to be
Remote Work Associated with Rise in Substance Use Disorders
An estimated 1 in 6 working-age Americans have substance use disorders--a 23 percent increase over pre-pandemic days. Here's how HR can spot employees with substance use
Weekly Jobless Claims Remain Steady
States reported that 232,000 workers filed for new unemployment benefits during the week ending May 27, an increase of 2,000 from last week’s level
Employers Struggle with State Marijuana Laws
Employers are struggling to understand how to respond to state laws legalizing marijuana
How to Resolve Employee Conflicts
Employee conflicts can be a huge distraction at work, leading to reduced productivity and lower morale. Here’s how HR professionals can help
Strikes Not Legal If They Harm Property
Unions may have to pay pricey state law damages rather than being covered by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), if unions intentionally destroy company property
California Whistleblower Protections Apply to Tips Already Known by Employers
California workers who report violations of the law to their supervisors can qualify for whistleblower protections, even if the employer already knew about the
Be Careful When Calculating FMLA Leave for a Week with a Holiday
A new opinion letter from the
India’s Job Market Settles Down
With technology companies laying off staff in India, the job market may appear unsteady. But it’s not all doom and gloom, given that India’s economy is expected to grow