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Could Stronger Pregnancy Discrimination Protection Benefit Employers?

Abel HR

In May, the US House of Representatives passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act , which if subsequently passed in the Senate, will require employers to reasonably accommodate workers and job applicants who need accommodations due to pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.

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10 Biased Interview Questions to Avoid (and What to Ask Instead)

Ongig

If you are serious about your diversity hiring efforts, not only should you create diverse interview panels , but you also need to avoid biased interview questions. These questions have nothing to do with how the candidate will perform in the role if hired. And they present the greatest risk for biases in the hiring process.

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How To Avoid Damages Involving Pregnancy Discrimination

Abel HR

For many women, pregnancy is a joyous time (minus the morning sickness and back pain!), In fact, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) logged a whopping 2,753 pregnancy discrimination charges in 2019, which represents the lowest rate in almost a decade and is down almost a third from the 4,029 filed in 2010.

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A Guide to Startup Risks and How to Manage Them

Embroker

When anyone talks about startups, one of the first things that gets mentioned is the now-infamous failure rate that’s quoted in just about every tech blog and magazine; the ultimate startup statistic that 90% of them end up failing. How can you sell it to people? The good news is that it’s a controllable and avoidable risk.

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10 Ways to Deal With a Hostile Work Environment

6Q

We all want a fulfilling career, but sometimes people unknowingly step into unfriendly workplaces. Here’s how to deal with a hostile work environment and find the best path forward. Unfortunately, sometimes people’s personalities clash in the workplace. Talk with your manager. No one can get along with everyone.

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House Approves Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Abel HR

In mid-September, the US House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), which if passed by the Senate, would require employers to “reasonably accommodate” pregnant women and women with pregnancy-related complications.

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10 HR Compliance Issues Facing Employers Today

Extensis

Here, we dive into the top 10 HR compliance issues facing today’s SMB employers, from recent pay transparency legislation to the rules limiting non-compete agreements and how a PEO can help business leaders navigate it all. This must be executed with little room for error to avoid potential fines and penalties.