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New Mexico Enacts Paid Sick Leave Law
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham recently signed a law that will require private employers in New Mexico with at least one employee to provide paid sick leave to employees
Help Employees Understand the Importance of Cybersecurity
As employees work from home and use company-issued devices and resources for personal use—such as social media, online shopping and even telehealth—the potential for
How Employers Can Help Curb Unemployment Fraud During the Pandemic
The federal government expanded unemployment insurance benefits during the coronavirus crisis, which has led to an uptick in fraudulent claims, according to the
IRS Provides Safe Harbor for 2020 Expenses Paid with PPP Loans
The IRS created a safe harbor for small businesses that received first-round Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans but did not deduct expenses paid with those loans
Using AI in Comp Decisions? Here’s How to Build Trust
AI is playing a bigger role in employee compensation decisions as companies grapple with pay equity issues, reconsider pay levels for remote workers who’ve relocated to
Washington Changes Key Employer Obligations for High-Risk Workers
Gov. Jay Inslee recently amended a COVID-19-related proclamation that provides certain workplace protection for high-risk workers during pandemic
Indiana Enacts Pregnancy Accommodations Law
A new Indiana statute on reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers takes effect July 1 and applies to employers with at least 15 employees
Ask HR: Why Does My Male Colleague Earn More Than Me?
Pay is a sensitive topic, but that doesn't mean you can't ask questions about it--especially if you suspect inequity. Plus, how can workers overcome age discrimination?
California Adopts Statewide ‘Right to Recall’ Law for Certain Industries
Certain California businesses must prepare now to comply with new obligations to rehire laid-off workers who are qualified for available jobs. The statewide law does not
New Mexico and Virginia Approve Recreational Marijuana Laws
2021 has brought a flurry of activity surrounding marijuana laws, particularly recreational marijuana use, and the number of states approving recreational marijuana