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Your boss sends an email at 5:00 AM, your teammate pings you on Slack at 10:00 PM, and your co-worker is firing off emails from a beachside cabana on vacation. Problematic? Maybe not. For many workers, the real problem isn’t the timing—it’s the pressure. Must you match their availability? Seventy-one percent of employees say they […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a buzzword on everyone’s lips, and to quote a hit song from the 1980s, apparently, “The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades.” In other words, many are quick to sing the praises of AI and the opportunities that lie ahead. However, as AI gains more headlines and becomes more ubiquitous, […]
Defining employee classifications is one of the most critical compliance tasks for employers. Misclassification can lead to costly legal and financial repercussions. But what exactly do we mean by employee classifications? What Are Employee Classifications? Employee classifications help determine a worker’s rights, benefits, and pay structure under labor laws. Two key distinctions are: Exempt vs. […]
During the first Trump administration, employers saw increased activity by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the workplace, and it looks like employers will see similar action over the next four years. The president resumed and intensified deportation efforts in his return to office. That announcement has sparked a wide range of reactions from […]
As we all know, the workplace is constantly evolving, and HR professionals are on the frontline. In our HR Daily Advisor’s recent webinar, “How the New Labor Secretary Will Shape HR,” we discussed critical policy shifts that will impact the HR industry in 2025 under a new administration. We asked our expert panel what are […]
The traditional five-day workweek has been the standard for over a century, but as workplaces evolve, so do expectations around productivity and work-life balance. A growing number of companies are testing—and in many cases, fully embracing—a four-day workweek. While the potential costs of this switch are obvious—a 20% reduction in hours worked—there are other potential […]
More employers are recognizing the importance of embracing a holistic approach to employee health benefits, understanding that a healthy workforce is essential for both individual well-being and organizational success. As such, weight health coverage and support should be – and is increasingly considered – a non-negotiable aspect of comprehensive benefits packages given its link to […]
When it comes to hiring, compliance isn’t just a legal hoop to jump through; it’s about building a foundation of fairness, equity, and legality in your recruitment process. However, even well-intentioned organizations can stumble into common pitfalls that compromise their compliance efforts. From anti-discrimination laws to wage regulations, the legal landscape governing hiring practices is […]
On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)published a new final rule revising its guidance on independent contractor classifications under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Effective March 11, 2024, the final rule rescinded a rule from 2021 and implemented a new test for determining whether a worker is an employee or an […]
Employment contracts and offer letters are foundational documents in the hiring process. They set expectations, outline obligations and, most importantly, help protect both employers and employees. It’s important to take steps to ensure that your employment contracts and offer letters comply with relevant labor laws and best practices. Key Compliance Concerns Employment relationships are governed […]