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An HR professional’s guide to data privacy compliance and security

Insperity

But how knowledgeable are you about HR data privacy compliance and security? retailers, had up to 70 million customers’ data hacked in 2013. Here is what you need to know about ensuring compliance with data privacy laws and maintaining HR data protection practices. How do you stay compliant with federal and state laws?

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Celebrating Small (But Mighty) Businesses

HRWatchdog

The number of small businesses within the state are also increasing; between 2013 and 2018, the number of small businesses increased by 208,700, which is a gain of 19.8 California laws are complex no matter what your company size. Let CalChamber help you stay in compliance with all hiring laws! million Californians.

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What is human resources (HR)?

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Although ‘human resources’ can often be used to refer to the people who make up an organisation’s workforce, ‘HR’ is more widely understood to be the department that oversees a company’s people – such as their hiring, contracts and performance – as well as the organisation’s compliance with employment law and regulations.

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Did You Fire for Cause or Out of Retaliation?

Zenefits

based labor and employment law firm, explained to Workest the difference between retaliation and legitimate employment actions. A construction worker in Nevada took her employer to federal court in Westendorf v. 2013) on sexual harassment charges that she also claimed led to her termination. Court case #1.

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Laws And Regulations Every HR Professional Should Know In 2023

Empuls

HR professionals must now navigate a labyrinth of laws and regulations that govern everything from labor standards to digital workspaces. Staying up-to-date with these changes is imperative for two principal reasons: ensuring legal compliance and fostering a work environment that is safe, respectful, and conducive to productivity.

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California Updates Ban the Box Law for Private Sector Jobs

Sterling Check

There have been many changes in employment law in the last few months. The salary history ban was just one of the six major employment law updates that California will enact as of January 1, 2018. The second major update was an update to the ban the box law.

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3 Steps to Protect Information While Leveraging Social Media

HR Daily Advisor

The number of companies maintaining a corporate presence on social media rose from 34% in 2008 to 77% in 2013 according to SHRM Survey Findings: Social Networking Website and Recruiting/Selection. partner with the law firm of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP., Garrison cautions employers to slow down and not jump to conclusions.