Archives for SHRM - Page 1382
Injured Police Recruits Entitled to Damages for Failure to Accommodate
Although five Los Angeles police recruits who suffered temporary injuries during training were not "qualified individuals," they were still entitled to damages on failure to accommodate claims
Former Employee Could Not Be Compelled to Arbitrate California Claims
A former hospital employee could not be compelled to arbitrate her claims against the hospital for violations of California labor laws relating to meal and rest breaks and unpaid overtime…
Employee’s Wage and Hour Violations Justified Discharge
An executive employee who instructed her subordinates to commit wage and hour violations and signed off on such violations was properly discharged following an investigation into her misconduct
Ailing Military Reservist Unlawfully Denied Reinstatement
A recent case heard by the 5th
In Focus: ‘A Day Without a Woman' Strike
The purpose of the strike, called "A Day Without a Woman," is to recognize "the enormous value that women of all backgrounds add to our socio-economic system—while receiving lower wages…
Cash Balance Plans Help Fill the Retirement Savings Gap
Cash balance savings plans can be a boon to participating employees while also appealing to decision-makers. By educating themselves on the pros and cons of this benefit, HR managers can…
Construction Jobs on the Rise, Despite Chronic Labor Shortage
Construction employment in January 2017 hit its highest level since the Great Recession, though the industry continues to suffer from a severe labor shortage, lack of projects and a growing…
Trump’s Revised Immigration Ban Exempts Iraq
Employers will need to exercise caution and defer travel by foreign national employees from the six countries listed in President Donald Trump’s revised executive order
USCIS Suspends H-1B Visa Premium Processing
Beginning April 3, employers will no longer be able to use the government's expedited processing program for H-1B visa cases
Your Career Q&A: Career Change at Midlife
How do you make a midlife career change and break into the HR profession? Best-selling author Martin Yate, a career coach and former HR professional, takes your questions each week…