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Germany: Works Council Must Consent to Time-Keeping via Spreadsheet
In October of last year, Germany’s Federal Labor Court decided that using standard software such as Excel for time-keeping requires the works council’s consent. This decision merits analysis, as employers…
New Law Protects Whistleblowers in Australia
Australia has passed a law to protect whistleblowers and require companies to have a formal whistleblower policy in place before Jan. 1, 2020
Why Are CEOs Jumping Ship?
CEO turnover appears to be at an all-time high, and while some exits can be blamed on ethical lapses, such as fraud or sexual harassment, others have workplace experts wondering…
Putting Humanity into HR Compliance: Should You Contest Unemployment Compensation Claims?
Many employers routinely contest unemployment benefits claims in an effort to keep unemployment taxes down. However, there are some powerful arguments against doing so
How to Boost Inclusion over a Meal
Breaking bread together is a far more intimate shared experience than hunkering over an Excel spreadsheet, said Tracy Stuckrath, a dietary needs advocate. During a Smart Stage presentation Monday at…
How Saints QB Drew Brees Leads a Multigenerational Team
"When people feel they are appreciated, when they feel they have an important role , I think that's when you can really bring out the best in them," said New…
Cloud Platforms Add Oomph to Corporate Philanthropy
For years, employers have supported employees who have organized fundraisers to give back to the community. Now employers are using philanthropy management tools based on cloud platforms, social media tools,…
Viewpoint: The Cost of Being Exempt in Pennsylvania Is About to Soar
The federal government issued its final rule on the new minimum salary employees must earn to be exempt from overtime pay. But employers cannot forget about state laws that may…
Election Day Is Coming. What Are Your Obligations as an Employer?
With Election Day fast approaching, employers should ensure they are in compliance with state law requirements related to employee voting rights
Employee Isn’t Required to Arbitrate Claim Despite Handbook’s Arbitration Policy
An employee handbook that said employees agreed not to file workplace-related lawsuits against the employer and described an arbitration process did not constitute an actual arbitration agreement, a California appeals…