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Guide to Hiring Employees in Nigeria

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Verify educational qualifications, professional certifications, and previous employment history. Legal Requirements for Hiring in Nigeria It’s essential to consult with legal professionals or the relevant government agencies to ensure full compliance with the current labor laws and regulations in Nigeria.

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2021 State Drug Testing Law Updates for Employers

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The web of workplace drug and alcohol testing compliance continues to grow and has become increasingly impactful to employers. The state of New York also considers medical marijuana patients as “disabled,” affording protections from state disability discrimination laws and limits employer actions. . Connecticut.

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5 Reasons Why HR Compliance is More Complicated Than Ever

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Because compliance is changing so quickly on the state and federal level, HR departments are finding it more and more challenging to keep up with current regulations and changes to employment law. Non-Compliance in HR is Complicated and Expensive. Your vendor partner should have comprehensive and up-to-date information on each.

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New Report Examines Trends in Wage and Hour Class Action Suits, Settlements

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While settlements were down for employment discrimination and [Employee Retirement Income Security Act] ERISA class actions and government enforcement litigation, settlement numbers were up for wage [and] hour class actions and collective actions.”. This manifests the focus of the plaintiffs’ bar in wage and hour compliance issues.

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Fair Chance Hiring and Criminal Background Checks

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The intent of these laws is to mitigate discrimination based on an applicant or employee’s criminal history, thereby helping people obtain meaningful employment, reducing recidivism, and helping to reverse the trends of racial discrimination. The concerns around discrimination and links to criminal history are not new.

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Employment Laws Every Alabama Business Owner Should Know

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It’s important to stay up to date on all of the employment laws in your state so that you can maintain compliance in your business. Employers must also obtain a Class I Child Labor Certificate. . Employment Discrimination. A state law was enacted in 2014 to streamline the process of having certain criminal charges expunged.

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Refusal to Undergo Medical Exam Tanks Michigan Worker’s ADA Claim

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The city later sought certification from his therapist that he was “capable of performing his duties, as required, so that he and his fellow employees’ safety is not compromised.” Sam took medical leave again in July 2013, claiming he was experiencing stress caused by discrimination and retaliation at work.