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Articles tagged: Employment & Labor Dynamics

Reducing Legal Exposure When Managing Employee Performance Issues (US)

There are several practical steps employers can take to manage performance issues effectively while reducing legal exposure.

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Off the Clock, Out of Compliance? Managing Wage-and-Hour Risk in Remote Workforces

Remote work has created new avenues for wage-and-hour claims liability, particularly with respect to timekeeping, overtime, and off-the-clock work.

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Patchwork AI Hiring Laws Create Rising Compliance Risks for Employers

States are racing to regulate AI-driven employment tools, creating a complex compliance patchwork that HR leaders must navigate now.

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Leaves of Absence and Medical Issues: What Employers Need To Know Before Problems Escalate

Employers often underestimate how quickly a leave or medical issue can turn into a legal issue if policies are unclear or inconsistently applied.

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What Employers Need to Know about the DOJ’s Reclassification of Certain Marijuana Products

The recent reclassification of certain marijuana products could change employer obligations under federal law with respect to non-DOT-regulated employees.

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EEOC Investigation into Employer’s DEI Practices Results in $500,000 Settlement

Employers should ensure their DEI efforts comply with applicable federal law and maintain workplaces free of discrimination and harassment.

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Driving Home the Point – Accommodating Employee Commutes

Employers face rising requests for commute-related accommodations, raising questions about obligations to adjust schedules, locations, or work arrangements.

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DOL Signals Employer-Friendly Shift in Contractor Classification

If finalized, the recent DOL Proposed Rule would likely make it easier for employers to classify certain workers as independent contractors under federal law.

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What Employers Should Know and Do When an Employee Dies

An effective response to the death of an employee combines empathy with a process grounded in applicable statutes, plan documents, and regulatory requirements.

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