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New York Enhances Breastfeeding Accommodations in the Workplace
New York state recently enacted a law that expands accommodations for nursing mothers. The law adds new requirements that employers must provide a well-lit space each
OSHA Finds Amazon Failed to Record and Report Worker Injuries
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced on Dec. 16 that it has cited Amazon during inspections at six warehouses in five states for failing to
Colorado Implements Savings Program for Workers Without Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans
Beginning in 2023, Colorado employees whose employers do not offer a retirement plan will have access to an optional retirement savings plan through a state-facilitated
University Chancellor Apologizes After Mocking Asian Languages
The chancellor of Purdue University Northwest in Indiana mocked Asian languages during a commencement ceremony on Dec. 10, sparking outrage and online discussions about
M&As: HR Professionals Can Help Ensure Successor Liability Is Considered
Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are often highlighted as joyous, exciting events. But there are many potential pitfalls and liabilities that HR and their C-suite
2023 Trends: Legalization of Recreational Marijuana and Therapeutic Psychedelics
Three more states legalized adult recreational marijuana use in 2022. Also growing in acceptance is the use of therapeutic psychedelics, such as psilocybin
Senate Votes to Repeal Military’s COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The Senate passed a repeal of the military’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement as part of its annual defense authorization bill by a vote of 83-11, sending the bill to
Can Employers Force Employees to Work From Home?
Employers must still make sure they understand what their legal obligations are if they want to mandate remote working, and plan accordingly. Employees may have a
Ask HR: What’s the Best Way to Deal with an Overbearing Co-Worker?
What's the best way to intervene when a co-worker keeps talking over colleagues? How should workers ask that goals be readjusted after a layoff? SHRM President and CEO
UK: The King's Coronation—An Extra Day’s Holiday?
Rishi Sunak, the