Trump Era Brings 'Wake-Up' Call for Diversity
President Donald Trump's actions and words since taking office in January provide "a wake-up call" for diversity and inclusion (D&I) professionals, according to HR leaders. " gave license to some…
Bill to Harmonize Wellness Program Requirements May Have Stalled
A bill that would have smoothed out differences between wellness program rules may have stalled in the House of Representatives. However, the bill's sponsor hasn't given up hope on the…
Firing Employees for Filing Overtime Claims Violated Public Policy, Calif. Appeals Court Rules
A newspaper that terminated three workers in its printing department after they filed a lawsuit seeking unpaid overtime compensation was liable for wrongful discharge in violation of public policy as…
Overtime Reply Brief Delayed Until June 30
By again asking an appeals court for more time to file a brief in its effort to move forward with the Obama administration's new overtime regulations, it shows that the…
Employer’s Failure to Extend Disabled Worker’s Six-Month Leave Might Violate Law
A hospital employee who was fired after she requested an extension of a medical leave of absence that had exceeded the hospital's six-month maximum for disability leaves could sue her…
Gender Stereotype Protections Apply to Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Employees
Protections against gender stereotyping apply to heterosexual and lesbian, gay and bisexual employees alike under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Saying Yes to Success: A Q&A with Kat Cole
From Hooters waitress to C-suite executive, FOCUS Brands president Kat Cole shares her story and gives advice to HR practitioners
Protection from Retaliation: Not Always Guaranteed for HR
Protection from retaliation may require HR professionals to oppose management
Five Strategies To Help You Sound Like The Leader You Want To Be
Voice coach Roger Love offers advice to help business executives learn how to control the pitch, pace, tone, volume and melody of their voice taking them from being a good…