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California Lawmakers Send 7 Key Employment Bills to Governor
The California legislative year has ended, and lawmakers sent multiple employment bills to Gov. Gavin Newsom for approval, including legislation that strengthens COVID-19 workplace protections, expands family and medical leave…
New Unemployment Claims Drop Below 1 Million
States reported that 881,000
Teacher Alleging Whistleblower Retaliation Did Not Show Harm
A California appeals court denied a teacher’s whistleblower retaliation claim, finding that he did not suffer an adverse employment action
Technology Is Just Part of Mental Health Management
Employers and HR managers should to look for vendors that provide a holistic solution—not just technology—that addresses employees’ many needs
‘Vishing’ Attacks on Remote Workers on the Rise
The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warned employers about an ongoing voice-phishing (“vishing”) campaign targeting remote workers
DOL Proposes Limits on Proxy Voting by Retirement Plan Fiduciaries
A Department of Labor proposed rule could stop retirement plan fiduciaries from casting corporate-shareholder proxy votes in favor of social or political positions that don't advance the financial interests of…
Exhausted Parents Get Help from Employers
With school instruction still online in much of the
Presidential Election: A Labor Relations Overview
This year’s presidential election puts a spotlight on labor relations, with former Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden supporting union-backed legislation that President Donald Trump has opposed
Resources to Help Create Racial Equity in the Workplace
Employers and HR professionals who want to make sure their workplaces are fair and equitable for all workers can use the resources below to guide their efforts. Click through to…
Viewpoint: Getting Your Manager’s Attention Online
It can be frustrating to e-mail your manager for advice but never get a response. Now that many of us are working from home, the number of e-mails we receive…