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NLRB, Deputy Labor Secretary Nominees Face Tough Questions from Senators
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) nominees William Emanuel and Marvin Kaplan and Deputy Labor Secretary nominee Patrick Pizzella were in the hot seat July 13 when Democrats on the Senate…
When HR Gets It Wrong: Avoiding a Bungled Investigation
The HR professional whose organization is confronted with charges of discrimination or a lack of diversity can, depending on the caliber of his leaders, find himself in a tough spot
Agility, Willingness to Pivot Are Key for Transforming Companies: IBM's Gherson
Diane Gherson, IBM's senior vice president for human resources, talks about the company's process of transforming its organization so as to develop leaders who can move quickly in this "age…
Are Your Employees Prepared for a Workplace Medical Emergency?
What would you do if an employee had a medical emergency on the job? The American Heart Association says most employees aren’t prepared to handle life-threatening health issues—like sudden cardiac…
Dental Benefits Are Often Misunderstood, Underused
Lack of knowledge about their dental coverage can cause employees to skip regular checkups and routine cleanings, leading to more expensive and invasive treatments later on
Tennessee Employers Subject to New Drug Test Obligations
A new Tennessee law that went into effect on July 1 imposes new reporting requirements on healthcare practitioner employers
Australia: Can You Keep a Secret? When a Work Address Is Personal Information
A recent decision highlights the importance of thinking carefully about whether information constitutes protected personal information
Cal/OSHA Requires Heat Illness Prevention Steps for Outdoor Work
With the heat of summer in full swing, covered California businesses with employees who work outdoors may want to review their practices to ensure that they are complying with the…
New Connecticut Law Enhances Protections for Pregnant Employees
A Connecticut law that will take effect on Oct. 1 adds a host of new protections for pregnant employees and provides broad definitions of the terms pregnancy, reasonable accommodation, and…