HR Digest

JUNE 10, 2023

Target and two union workers have reached a settlement over allegations that the company discriminated against older workers in its hiring practices. The EEOC investigated the complaint and found that there was reasonable cause to believe that Target had discriminated against the two workers. What does this mean for employers?

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 31, 2022

Not being physically in the office doesn’t seem to have had an effect on employee sexual harassment as employers paid out more than $65 million in sexual harassment settlements and court awards in 2020, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. or even a customer. What you can, and should, do.

Commissions 98

Commissions Work From Home Medical Employment 98

Workplace Insight

JUNE 20, 2024

The survey suggests that fully in-office workers report the least amount of productivity anxiety, as well as higher levels of motivation than remote workers. Workers who are fully remote are also 69 percent more likely to feel bored while working compared to fully in-office workers.

Commissions 88

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Most restaurant workers don’t believe that the job can become their career. Managers must carefully consider how to hire the right worker. If a restaurant sees many workers are being lethargic, managers can opt for behavioral-based questions into the interview rounds. Behavioral Round. This isn’t a negative point. on the job.

Entertainment 98

Entertainment Commissions Retail Technology 98

Workplace Insight

MAY 10, 2022

Slack has released the results of a new poll which the firm claims reveals the current state of mental wellbeing among UK workers. The return to the office is an ongoing concern for workers and employers, with over a third (37 percent) of workers highlighting that going to the office makes them feel stressed, worried or anxious.

Overtime 98

Overtime Commissions Food Technology 98

Money Talk

MARCH 10, 2022

Where They Are Used- Target-date funds are a frequent “menu” option for workers to select in tax-deferred employer retirement savings plans. For example, federal government workers have “L Funds” in the Thrift Savings Plan. Securities and Exchange Commission. For additional information, check out this webpage from the U.S.

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The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 6, 2022

As I have noted January for many years, prior to the death of my mentor and friend, Dr. Arthur Larson, the truly original author of the Larson treatises in workers’ compensation law (and in employment discrimination law, as well), he and I began a quirky—though humorous—New Year’s tradition. Worker Injured “Commuting” Downstairs (Germany).

Workers’ Compensation 111

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Achievers

OCTOBER 13, 2022

employees experience burnout on the job, and 70% of workers worldwide say they’re more stressed than in the past. They include tuition reimbursement, increased time off, sales commissions, performance bonuses, flexibility in work arrangements, and much more. Seventy-six percent of U.S.

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HR Digest

JULY 18, 2024

A Senate investigation into worker injuries associated with Amazon Prime Day found that the company’s highly popular sale day has had a significant impact on the well-being of workers in the past. Another example of Amazon prioritizing productivity over safety came from the use of its automatic conveyor belts.

Medical 52

Medical Pension Commissions Retail 52

Florida Workers' Comp

MAY 12, 2024

Judges in Florida are subject to a process of discipline that includes the Judicial Qualifications Commission or JQC. Complaints can be lodged there and the Commission is charged with investigation and recommendation. The Commission investigation revealed "dozens of cases and significant delays in rulings and orders."

Commissions 104

Commissions Workers’ Compensation IT Management 104

InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 14, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission on April 23 approved a new rule that bans employers from requiring new employees to sign non-compete agreements. The rule will take effect in August 2024, after the commission voted 3-2 to approve it. Researchers estimate that over 95% of workers with a non-compete already have an NDA.

Commissions 98

Commissions Human Resources Consulting Employment 98

Florida Workers' Comp

AUGUST 23, 2022

The world of workers' compensation is geographic and diverse. There is no workers' compensation "system," but at least 60 systems across the country. Virgin Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the Norther Marianna Islands, the Jones Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Act all come to mind.

Workers’ Compensation 80

Workers’ Compensation Compensation System Recruitment Pay Raise 80

Employee Benefits

AUGUST 16, 2023

Schneider / Shutterstock.com Field TV licensing workers employed by service provider Capita TVL have accepted a pay agreement , which will be paid out in this month’s pay roll. after the commission scheme has been consolidated. The deal, which applies to the firm’s 165 field staff, increases starting salaries on average by 9.5%

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HR Digest

APRIL 28, 2024

Exploring the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and its implications, this article delves into the historical context, key provisions, significant amendments, and the pivotal role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in enforcing the act.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

workers believe the automation of certain duties or tasks would give them more time to focus on other areas of work. If you’re not aware, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has launched an initiative to examine how technologies impact employment decisions. So, getting back to the beginning of this article.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 16, 2024

The survey, commissioned by design and fit-out firm Peldon Rose claims that 1 in 3 (34 percent) office-based workers in London have a ‘nightmare journey’ into work each day, which ultimately deters almost half (46 percent) from travelling into the office.

Commissions 116

Commissions Technology IT 116

Workers' Compensation

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Several studies have indicated evidence that the assumptions underlying the FCC and the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection [ICNIRP] concerning exposure limits are invalid and are harmful to humans. International Commission on the Biological Effects of Electromagnetic Fields (ICBE-EMF). 4th 1012 (4th Cir.

Workers’ Compensation 59

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Florida Workers' Comp

MARCH 15, 2022

This week, the Workers' Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) hosts its 38th Annual Issues and Research Conference in Boston. In all, a well-rounded program with something for all of the workers' compensation community. When I think of the National Commission Report, I think of ambition. Let's dive in.

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The Workcomp Writer

MARCH 4, 2024

The court stressed that the special employer had sufficient control over the work of the temporary worker to create an employment relationship between the it and the injured worker. Ultimately, the Arkansas Commission approved a settlement agreement between Ward, the agency, and the agency’s workers’ compensation carrier.

Construction 52

Construction Commissions Workers’ Compensation Utilities 52

Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Geographically, workers in the capital are most likely to pass on a job based on the office surroundings, with a third (32 percent) of London based workers admitting to declining a role for this reason. This is especially true for young people aged 18-24; over half of whom (55 percent) say they get more done if they commute in.

Work From Home 110

Work From Home IT Commissions Employment 110

BerniePortal

APRIL 16, 2024

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final rule on The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). On April 15, 2024, the U.S.

Commissions 52

Commissions Employment 52

HR Bartender

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Department of Labor (USDOL) is likewise concerned about displaced workers as a result of AI. In its Executive Order, the White House has instructed the USDOL to develop a plan for how federal agencies can prevent unnecessary job elimination or displacement and assist workers whose jobs are eliminated or disrupted by AI. Last question.

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Workplace Insight

AUGUST 2, 2023

A new study commissioned by Great Western Railway claims to reveal striking generational differences in attitudes towards remote working and its impact on mental health. Three-in-four (77 percent) workers over 55 struggle with blurring boundaries when working remotely.

Commissions 97

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Florida Workers' Comp

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The chair of a county commission there is making news related, at least in part, with the reasonably recent closure of her law practice. Mr. Justice Brandies , who had some connection to workers' compensation in the day, is reported to have noted: “I can do 12 months’ work in 11 months, but not 12.”

Commissions 151

Commissions Workers’ Compensation IT Management 151

Florida Workers' Comp

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

This annual tradition has come to have special meaning for the workers' compensation attorney community because of the College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers (CWCL). He is also co-host of the industry-favorite Workers' Compensation Hot Seat webinar series, and has threatened to launch a podcast to supplement his award-winning blogs.

Workers’ Compensation 104

Workers’ Compensation Commissions Compensation System Mining 104

Employee Benefits

JUNE 28, 2023

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) has come into effect from 27 June in the United States (US). The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) will now start accepting PWFA charges, which must be based on events that occurred on or after 27 June 2023.

Commissions 59

Commissions Medical Workplace Flexibility Education 59

HR Digest

AUGUST 30, 2024

The union workers at Fred Meyer expect the strike to last through Labor Day until September 3, 2024. The workers, represented by United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 555, are hoping the company will submit more willingly to contract negotiations in the upcoming days.

Food 93

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Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Despite warnings that AI could lead to widespread redundancies, younger workers across Europe believe that the recent advances in the technology will ‘supercharge’ the industry in which they work. By comparison, the percentage of people in Ireland as well as Spain is lower, at 75 percent.

Commissions 64

Commissions Technology Employment Management 64

Florida Workers' Comp

JULY 26, 2022

In The 1972 Report re 1935 (July 2022), there is comparison of the initial 1935 Florida workers' compensation law to 2022. the post suggests that in a broad analysis Florida workers' compensation offers a greater potential breadth and volume of benefits to injured workers than the 1935 law.

Family and Medical Leave Act 80

Family and Medical Leave Act Commissions Workers’ Compensation Medical 80

Workplace Insight

AUGUST 15, 2024

According to data collected by Survation and commissioned by The Autonomy Institute , 72 percent of Labour voters back the idea of a four-day work week. He also noted that UK workers currently endure some of the longest full-time hours in Europe, with no significant reduction in working hours since the 1980s.

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Government Commissions Employee Wellness Employment 116

Workplace Insight

APRIL 7, 2024

Recent guidelines issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) aim to simplify employers’ legal obligations to support workers going through menopause. Flexibility in shift patterns, such as allowing for variation of start and finish times to accommodate workers who may be having difficulty sleeping, can also be helpful.

Employment 110

Employment Commissions Management IT 110

Workplace Insight

APRIL 24, 2024

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has dealt a blow to restrictive employment practices by issuing a final rule that bans most noncompete agreements nationwide. This means millions of American workers will soon have more freedom to leave their current employers for jobs with competitors or even start their own businesses.

Government 59

Government Commissions Engineering Healthcare 59

Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

A new poll claims that over a quarter (27 percent) of workers would consider leaving their job due to poor workplace design, as an increasing number of companies phase out remote working. Meanwhile, more than two thirds (69 percent) of workers say their office has a direct impact on their mental health, physical health and wellbeing.

Architecture 110

Architecture Commissions Work From Home IT 110

Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 10, 2023

While the use of AI tools in the workplace is rapidly increasing, many organisations are lagging in providing guidance and training in the use of these technologies, according to new survey commissioned by Ricoh Europe. This governance gap comes amidst growing interest within companies to implement automation solutions.

Employment 111

Employment Commissions Technology Government 111

HR Digest

JUNE 9, 2023

Studies have shown that overweight and obese workers are more likely to be passed over for promotions, earn lower wages, and be fired than their thinner counterparts. The Commission will investigate the complaint and, if it finds that discrimination has occurred, can order the employer to take corrective action.

Commissions 98

Commissions Employment IT 98

Workplace Insight

AUGUST 26, 2024

The law seeks to curb this trend by empowering workers to better balance their work and personal lives. With remote work becoming more prevalent, the need for a “right to disconnect” is gaining traction among British workers. If that fails, Australia’s Fair Work Commission (FWC) can step in to mediate.

Overtime 98

Overtime Commissions Government Consulting 98

InterWest Insurance Services

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Steering workers to certain providers One way to reduce spending is to contract with insurers that guide patients to facilities and providers that are more affordable and who have good patient outcomes. Many PBMs earn commissions on drugs dispensed to patients and they benefit from steering them to higher-cost drugs.

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