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Maine’s Governor Vetoes Bill to Regulate Commercial Sales of Marijuana
Gov. Paul LePage’s veto prolongs a somewhat odd state of affairs in Maine in which Mainers may legally possess and cultivate recreational marijuana for personal use, but the commercial sale…
Puerto Rico Labor Department Updates Annual Bonus Regulations
Employers in Puerto Rico must comply with updated regulations on the payment of the generally required annual bonus to eligible employees
Break Policy that Had Workers Sprinting to Bathroom Struck Down
Even in states that don’t legislate meal and rest breaks, there are limits to the policies employers can implement, a 3rd
5 Age Stereotypes Workplaces Need to Eradicate
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) just turned 50—but age stereotypes in the workplace abound. Experts say that organizations need to move beyond outdated labels and embrace the value…
Is HR Ready for Blockchain Technology?
Recruiters would likely be thrilled by the arrival of a faster, more efficient way to verify the credentials of job candidates, a system that could save precious time and dollars…
Words of Wisdom: The Evolution of Workflex
Today’s workers can choose when and where they work. Workflex is good for them—and for employers
Should HR Rename, Reallocate Holiday Time Off to Be More Inclusive?
In a country whose diverse workers embrace many religions and cultures, does it make sense for a company to rename vacation days that revolve around Christian holidays—like "Christmas break" and…
Your Career Q&A: Explaining the Reason for Leaving Your Last Job
Best-selling author Martin Yate, a career coach and former HR professional, helps a reader figure out the answer to one of the job interview's most challenging questions: Why did you…
Words of Wisdom: Witness to an Evolution
How immigration became an integral part of employment law over the past half century
Words of Wisdom: Discovering a Different Diversity
Throughout my career, I’ve had an opportunity to compare notes with lots of HR professionals. We all work hard to learn about best practices, do what’s right and accomplish meaningful…