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Guard Against Harassment of Muslims, Particularly After Terrorist Attacks
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission prioritized the fight against Islamophobia in its strategic enforcement plan for fiscal years 2017-21 and HR professionals should follow the agency's lead
In Focus: Sweeping Changes Ahead for Uber After Harassment Investigation
Findings from an independent investigation by former
In Focus: Pride Month a Reminder of LGBTQ Workplace Issues
June unofficially is Pride Month for lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) individuals. It is a reminder of related workplace issues that have been at the forefront of employers’…
Don't Overlook 2018 Change in 'Affordability' Safe Harbor Percentage
The IRS recently announced the maximum share of income that employees can be required to pay under the Affordable Care Act's affordability provision, as adjusted annually for inflation. Employers should…
Calif. Lawmakers Approve Bill Limiting Immigration Worksite Raids, Audits
California employers may soon be pitted against federal immigration agencies seeking to conduct worksite enforcement actions now that the state Assembly has passed the Immigrant Worker Protection Act
Beyond H-1Bs: Are There Other Options for Foreign Applicants?
What are the options for those not selected for an H-1B visa?
Asking Applicants for Salary History May Soon Be Banned in California
California employers would be prohibited from asking job candidates for their salary history and would be required to disclose the pay scale for a position to candidates who request it,…
In Focus: DOL Fiduciary Rule Starts to Take Effect
​On June 9, many of the basic regulations in the Department of Labor's (DOL's) controversial fiduciary rule will take effect as part of a phased implementation that concludes on Jan.…
Telemedicine Missteps: Beware HSA Eligibility and Other Compliance Traps
When setting up a telemedicine benefit, beware mistakes that could imperil health savings account (HSA) eligibility or trigger group health plan status that's subject to the Affordable Care Act's coverage…
Labor Department Wants to Withdraw 2016 Persuader Rule
The Department of Labor will publish a request to withdraw the so-called new persuader rule