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Mississippi Gun-Rights Statute Did Not Apply to Company Parking Lot
An automobile-plant worker in Mississippi could not pursue a legal claim after he was fired for having a loaded gun in his car. A state statute protecting such conduct did…
Benefits Consideration for Onboarding Furloughed and Laid Off Employees
As states recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and worksites reopen, here are benefits plan issues that HR professionals should keep in mind as they onboard furloughed and laid-off employees
Reminder: July 31 Form 5500 Deadline Wasn't Extended
Although earlier this year the IRS issued COVID-19 relief extending Form 5500 filing deadlines for some noncalendar-year benefit plans, the IRS did not extend filing deadlines for calendar-year plans beyond…
Lawmakers to Negotiate Next Coronavirus Stimulus Package
Yesterday Senate Republicans revealed a proposal for the next round of federal economic relief as the coronavirus pandemic continues. The $1 trillion Health, Economic Assistance, Liability Protection, and Schools (HEALS)…
In Resumes, Font Size Matters
So much about a resume's effectiveness comes down to readability. Make sure the font you choose to use doesn't distract from the message you want to send to prospective employers
5 Tips for Converting Your In-Person Event to a Digital Experience
Thirty-eight hours before the 5th annaul She-Suite Summit was to open its doors, local governments were banning large gatherings in light of COVID-19 and the global pandemic. Here's how organizers…
‘Windowed Work’ Improves Productivity, Satisfaction
Of all the significant workplace transformations driven by the coronavirus pandemic, the traditional 9-to-5 workday will likely experience the most change. For many employees, flexible schedules have become common during…
IRS Issues Draft Form 1095-C for ACA Reporting in 2021
The IRS released for comments a draft of Affordable Care Act Form 1095-C. Employers will use the final version early next year to report on health coverage in 2020
California Legislature Proposes Bill Mirroring Food-Sector Paid-Sick-Leave Order
Earlier this year, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order providing COVID-19-related paid sick leave for food-sector workers who work for larger employers in the state
Oakland Passes Right of Re-Employment Ordinance for Hospitality Workers
Oakland passed a new right to re-employment ordinance, giving laid-off employees an opportunity for rehire at certain hospitality businesses, including airport hospitality providers, event centers, hotels and some restaurants