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Rapid Transition to Remote Work: What HR Needs to Know
Employees forced to start working remotely in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have adjusted well, according to research conducted in spring 2020 at the height of nationwide lockdowns. Asked to…
Bringing Political Civility into the Workplace
Political discussions tend to spill over into the workplace, which can have an impact on working relationships. On top of everything else that HR is already dealing with, many of…
Recertification: The Next Leg of Your Journey
Congratulations, you are the proud holder of a SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential! Now that you have achieved this great accomplishment, it's time to move on to the next leg of…
What If FFCRA Expires at the End of the Year?
Unless Congress acts, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) paid leave requirements will expire at the end of the year. But even if they expire, some organizations will continue…
Will Biden’s Administration Seek a New Independent-Contractor Rule?
Businesses are waiting for more clarity on which workers can be classified as independent contractors under a rule that the
First-Time Unemployment Claims Remain Above 800K
States reported that 885,000
OSHA Gathers More than $3.5 Million in Coronavirus Penalties
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued citations arising from 263 inspections for violations relating to coronavirus, resulting in proposed penalties…
Most 401(k) Plans Weathered 2020 Without Reducing Employer Contributions
Smaller organizations were more likely to have suspended or reduced 401(k) employer contributions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Most companies that suspended or reduced matching contributions this year expected to…
States and Cities Wrestle with Pandemic, Drug Testing
Here are the top state and local articles HR professionals were reading this year, along with related SHRM resources
DOL Finalizes Less-Restrictive Fiduciary Standard for Investment Advice
New Department of Labor (DOL) guidance eases fiduciary requirements for professionals who recommend investments to 401(k) plan participants. Plan sponsors that provide access to advice should understand how and by…