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Democrats Ask Obama to Ban Contractors’ Salary History Questions
Several Democratic lawmakers have asked President Barack Obama to use his executive powers to prevent federal contractors from seeking salary histories from job applicants
Mature Talent Functions Use Data, Forecast Future Needs
Organizations with the most mature talent acquisition functions perform 30 percent better on business outcomes and are 160 percent more likely to achieve higher recruiting performance results than organizations with…
Naming Names: When to Identify Co-Workers in Corrective Action Documentation
A group of employees from one department has come forward to file a complaint against their director but they want to remain anonymous, fearing retaliation. How can you protect their…
In Focus: Ashley Madison Settles for $1.6 Million, Yahoo Reveals 1 Billion Hacked
Ashley Madison, the dating site whose motto is "Life is Short. Have an Affair," has agreed to pay $1
Several Key Employment Laws to Take Effect in Oregon and Washington
New laws regarding wage statements, records inspections, minimum wage and paid sick leave are on the horizon in the Pacific Northwest
Part-Time Workers in San Jose Soon Must Be Offered Extra Hours
Effective in March 2017, an ordinance will require San Jose employers to offer hours of work to existing qualified part-time employees before hiring new staff
HR Pros See Value in Linking Recognition Programs with Company Values
HR professionals in organizations where an employee recognition program is linked to organizational core values perceive that the program produces a greater return on investment
Meal Reimbursements Excluded from Regular Pay Rates
Employer reimbursements for daily meal expenses incurred by employees while traveling away from home for the employer's benefit may be excluded from the employees' regular rate and overtime rate calculations
Lawsuit Alleging Hispanic Preference by Staffing Agency Proceeds
A class-action lawsuit alleging that an employment agency of unskilled laborers discriminated against black applicants in favor of Hispanic applicants may proceed
