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Employers in This State Can’t Reject Job Applicants ‘Solely’ for Smoking Pot
Maine employers can not reject job applicants or fire employees “solely” for testing positive for marijuana, according to the state’s new recreational marijuana law, which went into effect Feb. 1
What to Do When Workers Hit the Top of Their Pay Range
Address these situations with a mix of alternative reward solutions, proactive career discussions and, in some cases, evaluations of how closely pay is tied to the market
Achievement Awards Still Deductible—Within Limits—Under Tax Act
Restrictions on the deductibility of employee achievement awards were sustained by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. But if employers abide by the rules, they can avoid taxes on noncash…
Is Talent the X Factor in Amazon’s HQ2 Decision?
Amazon is about to make the battle for talent a full-fledged war in the community it selects for its second headquarters
Hair, Saliva or Urine—Which Is Best for Drug-Testing Job Candidates?
Employers want a safe and healthy workforce, and so two-thirds of them test workers for drug use, according to recent research—but which method of testing is most effective?
How to Prepare Your Workforce for Violent Incidents
The workplace is not a safe haven from shootings and other violence. Give employees the best chance of staying safe by preparing them for the worst
Employees Are More Likely to Stay If They Like Their Health Plan
Employer-provided health coverage is important for recruiting, but even more important for retention, a new survey shows. But employer-sponsored health coverage needs to be more flexible to innovate and meet…
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Grooming Millennials
If you are a business owner or HR professional committed to growing your business, it’s time to recognize the leadership mistakes we make while mentoring and leading Millennials
California Lawmakers Want to Ban Confidential Sexual Harassment Settlements
California legislators are considering a number of bills to fight sexual harassment in the workplace. One such bill would ban confidential settlements of certain claims
Ontario: New Employer, New Contract, New Rules
The Ontario Court of Appeal restored an employment termination clause that a motion judge struck down as invalid for lack of "consideration," defined as anything of value exchanged by the…