May 21, 2012
A retail giant will pay $4.8 million to settle an employee misclassification lawsuit. Why is proper classification so important to avoid wage and hour risk? Read more...
A woman injured while having sex during a business trip is awarded workers' compensation. Learn why and what the scope of employment means for workers' compensation claims. Read more...
The EEOC issued new guidelines for using arrest and conviction records. Read why employers face a risk of discrimination charges when they use these records and ways to avoid the risk. Read more...
One lawyer solicits a pool of ADA plaintiffs to sue multiple employers in New York City. How is your organization avoiding ADA risk? Read more...
Recent News
Go to Jail - States Get Tough on Employers Who Do Not Have Workers' Comp. Insurance
One state is demanding that employers appear at a hearing to settle workers' compensation claims. No-shows who fail to pay may go to jail. What are your workers' compensation risks? Read More
Are Your Employees Engaged at Work? Are You Engaged?
A recent study shows that employee engagement is improving since 2011, but slowly. How can your organization speed up the "recovery time?" Read More
Readers Agree Bullying Affects Other Relationships
Readers say "Yes," bullying at work does affect other relationships. Read how relationships are affected and what employers can do. Read More
Recent Articles
Improving Economy Brings Employee Retention Fears - How Will Your Organization Retain Top Talent in 2012?
A recent survey reports employers fear losing top talent. Learn methods employers can use to retain quality employees. Read More
Prescription Drug Abuse and Workers' Comp Costs - The Link
The treatment of workplace injuries often includes narcotic pain relievers. Read how narcotic abuse costs employers and how to reduce the costs . . . and the risks. Read More
The EEOC Gives Employers Guidance on the RFOA Defense
The EEOC gives guidance on the age discrimination RFOA defense. Know how the defense applies to some, but not all, age claims. Read More