The Employer Handbook

JANUARY 17, 2019

In 2016, The EEOC Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace concluded that t here is a compelling business case for stopping and preventing harassment. Image Credit: Pixabay.com ([link]. It’s easier than you think. But, you need to speak the right language. And that language is money. Reputational harm.

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HR Daily Advisor

OCTOBER 8, 2018

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) new report on sexual harassment data for fiscal year (FY) 2018 shows a more than 50 percent increase in sexual harassment lawsuits filed by the agency and a more than 12 percent increase in the number of charges it received over FY 2017. Employers Taking Harassment Claims Seriously.

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Sexual Harassment Harassment Employment Law Report 76

Trusaic

APRIL 5, 2022

The case involved various charges of gender discrimination and it’s the EEOC’s second-largest sexual harassment agreement ever. As part of the resolution, employees who worked at the company between September 1, 2016, and the present day may be eligible for monetary relief.

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Sexual Harassment Harassment Hiring Software Discrimination 130

HR Morning

NOVEMBER 12, 2017

From the Harvey Weinstein and Bill O’Reilly scandals to the #MeToo movement on social media, sexual harassment is on everybody’s minds. The scandals have shed light on just how persistent workplace harassment still is in spite of the fact that 90% of U.S. employers have sexual harassment training in place.

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The Employer Handbook

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

That sounds more “glass-half-full” than “ Don’t be like the Dallas Mavericks: 11 ways to avoid a Sports Illustrated report chronicling twenty years of allegations of sexual harassment and mismanagement in your workplace. Here are 11 of the recommendations that you can implement at your workplace to reduce harassment.

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Harassment Sexual Harassment Diversity Report 76

HRWatchdog

JULY 12, 2017

Statistics show that sexual harassment remains a big problem for employers. Sexual harassment is not a problem of the past. Lately, it seems that not a week goes by without another news report on allegations of rampant harassment at high-profile companies. When harassment claims are reported, what happens?

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HR Daily Advisor

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Complaints of sexual harassment and sexual misconduct have dominated the news recently with allegations ranging from sexual threats, to groping, to sexual assault. The persistence of harassment in the workplace is borne out by the increasing numbers of sexual harassment charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

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Harassment Sexual Harassment Compliance Training Compliance 64

Cornerstone On Demand

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Approximately four percent of the United States workforce identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT), according to a 2016 research survey by UCLA's Williams Institute. You need to walk the talk by providing extensive employee leadership training in this area.

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Harassment Discrimination Diversity Policies 170

HR Daily Advisor

JUNE 7, 2017

On May 2, 2017, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) released its Workplace Harassment Guide, which advises employers how to develop an effective antiharassment program, respond to and investigate claims of harassment, and take appropriate remedial actions. Preventing Harassment. every 6 months).

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Trusaic

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The California-based gaming giant, Activision Blizzard, has been under fire by the SEC since late 2021 when the Securities Exchange Commision (SEC) opened an investigation into the company’s alleged sexual misconduct, harassment, and workplace discrimination following a walkout and protest by employees.

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The Employer Handbook

DECEMBER 10, 2015

It’s almost 2016. By now, who among us: the lawyers, the HR professionals, the owners (Hi there, Mark Cuban, thanks for reading again today), has yet to deal with an allegation of workplace harassment involving social media. Earlier this week, the EEOC Task Force on Harassment in the Workplace tackled this question.

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Harassment Sexual Harassment HR Software Handbook 60

HR Bartender

APRIL 15, 2018

That said, employers need to set expectations by outlining their standards of respect, attendance, and dress code as well as prohibitions against harassment and discrimination. A couple of days ago, I received a written warning for wearing my uniform home. He didn’t give it to me, but instead read me the policy. Do I have an argument here?

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Code of Conduct Policies Harassment Time and Attendance 240

15Five

APRIL 25, 2018

So whether you are trying to remedy a toxic culture of harassment , improve productivity, or are motivated by the bajillion other reasons to communicate with your employees, this post is for you. In 2016, The New York Times published abundant research from Google regarding what it takes to build effective teams. What an April!

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HR Digest

MARCH 8, 2023

In 2015, the #MeToo movement revived a national conversation about sexual harassment and assault , prompting survivors to share their stories and call for accountability. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has seen a significant increase in sexual harassment claims, leading to calls for updated guidance on the issue.

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 8, 2018

The #MeToo movement continues to focus on workplace sexual harassment, and, this week, a federal agency reconvened a task force on the same issue. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced they will reconvene their Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace. The meeting is open for public observation.

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Harassment Sexual Harassment Compliance Training Compliance 40

SocialChorus

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. HR Dive writes it’s “imperative” HR departments prioritize and refine their sexual harassment policies and procedures in the #MeToo era. neither male nor female) is on the rise.

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Kazoo

JULY 30, 2018

I’d been at the Ontario Securities Commission for about 4 years when, in late 2016, I decided to shake things up and joined Actionable, a small start-up. I’m learning a ton and we have an incredible team. Please welcome our sixth guest: Head of People & Operations at Actionable.co–Jane Watson. The Interview. Stay curious.

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HR Software Sexual Harassment Harassment ATS 130

Kazoo

JULY 30, 2018

I’d been at the Ontario Securities Commission for about 4 years when, in late 2016, I decided to shake things up and joined Actionable, a small start-up. I’m learning a ton and we have an incredible team. Please welcome our sixth guest: Head of People & Operations at Actionable.co–Jane Watson. The Interview. Stay curious.

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HR Software Sexual Harassment Harassment ATS 130

HRWatchdog

APRIL 18, 2016

Harassment is a major source of litigation in California. Educating and training your entire workforce in harassment prevention is one of the best ways to avoid problems. New amendments to California regulations make significant changes to employers’ compliance obligations, effective April 1, 2016.

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Harassment Compliance Training Compliance Training 40

Culture University

MAY 20, 2020

” Telling quite a different “trust” story is the online employee reviews from that same company: Upper management gets a pass as the underlings get the scrutiny. Speaking in 2016 at an annual conference of the Arthur W. “Trust is very high as evidenced by our quarterly earnings.” Time-tested Principles.

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Harassment Talent Experience Handbook HR Software 143

ACA Times

MARCH 16, 2017

That confusion continued in the Los Angeles courts in 2016 when an Uber driver Yosef Eisenberg attempted to recoup for damages stemming from several deactivations from Uber including low driver ratings, overcharging, and even sexual harassment. The ruling was that Uber drivers are independent contractors.

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Sexual Harassment Harassment Handbook Compliance 100

ExactHire

APRIL 8, 2021

In 2016, voluntary separations cost U.S. You’re one of the few employers that recognizes that turnover is costly and mostly preventable. An effective onboarding process—complete with the most important onboarding forms—is the first step to creating productive, long-term employees. employers $536 billion.

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Onboarding Software Onboarding Hiring Software Planning Tools 130

HRWatchdog

JANUARY 22, 2015

Workplace harassment is alleged in approximately 30 percent of all charges filed with the U.S. In its Strategic Enforcement plan for FY2013-2016, the EEOC recognized that an outreach campaign aimed at both educating employers and employees is an important strategy to deter future violations. Washington, D.C.

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Harassment Sexual Harassment Meeting Hiring Software 40

HR Daily Advisor

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Many organizations are falling short when it comes to training executives and board members on ethics and compliance issues, according to a recent survey. Fundamental to program success is providing effective training to everyone. One audience segment, however, remains chronically under-trained and that is the executive leadership.

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Harassment Compliance Training Compliance Training 40

HRWatchdog

JULY 12, 2016

It’s already been a busy 2016 for employers, with lots of action from the California Legislature, federal and state agencies, local governments and our courts. CalChamber’s free 2016 Midyear Employment Law Update white paper recaps some of the more significant developments to date in these areas: Wage and Hour.

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EmployeeConnect

APRIL 17, 2017

Real workplace trust fosters creativity and learning. Building trust in the workplace delivers solid business benefits by fostering a more productive culture. In today’s competitive landscape, some people hold back their best ideas when they don’t trust their managers, supervisors and fellow workers. What Is Workplace Trust?

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Sexual Harassment Video Recruiting Harassment Hiring Software 140

The Employer Handbook

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

However, by Halloween next year, just about any federal contractor or subcontractor with a contract valued at $500,000 (except for subcontracts for commercial-off-the-shelf products) will have to comply with these rules. In 2014, President Obama signed the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order. There are other pitfalls too.

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Wage and Hour Training Harassment Compliance Training Compliance 91

HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Some companies may be rethinking their traditional office holiday party this year due to the spotlight on workplace harassment and the nearly daily allegations against individuals in high profile companies, Hollywood, the media and government. An off-site and after-hours party doesn’t reduce your liability for a company-sponsored event.

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Harassment Sexual Harassment Survey Workday 47

HR Daily Advisor

DECEMBER 28, 2016

In yesterday’s HRSBT , we counted down the top 20 HRSBT stories of 2016. Are your employees slacking off? 7: Smell Harassment: Yes, That’s a Real Thing and There Is Training for It. 7: Smell Harassment: Yes, That’s a Real Thing and There Is Training for It. What is smell harassment?

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Harassment Discrimination E-Recruitment Exercises 43

PlanSource

APRIL 16, 2019

We’re only a quarter through 2019 and employment law is already changing at a rapid pace, with an increasingly widespread commitment to greater pay equity, access to paid leave, and protection from harassment and discrimination. Fair Labor Standards Act. Above this salary level, eligibility for overtime varies based on job duties.

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Employment Law Sexual Harassment Harassment Hiring Software 71

EverFi - HR

JANUARY 31, 2020

For most companies, the risk of litigation is often enough of an incentive to train their employees. But if employees don’t know what behavior to avoid, they are more likely to engage in conduct that crosses the line and leads to allegations of harassment that holds the employer liable. Which States Require Harassment Training?

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Sexual Harassment Harassment Compliance Compliance Training 40

Advanced Learning Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. Trend #1: New Sexual Harassment Reporting Options. HR Dive writes it’s “imperative” HR departments prioritize and refine their sexual harassment policies and procedures in the #MeToo era. neither male nor female) is on the rise.

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HR Software Onboarding Software Recruiting Software Planning Tools 63

EverFi - HR

AUGUST 1, 2019

Diversity and Inclusion Training: Will Other Companies Follow Sephora’s Diversity Training Lead? . Will Sephora’s diversity training initiatives lead to other companies following suit? . Sephora Diversity Training. Diversity Training in the Workplace is Often Ineffective and May Even Backfire. In Good (or Bad?)

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Harassment Company Diversity Compliance Training 74

HRWatchdog

JUNE 28, 2018

The Labor Commissioner’s Office has recently launched an online registration system and urges janitorial employers to register quickly. Employers can register online or by mail and pay a $500 nonrefundable application fee. Governor Brown signed the Property Service Workers Protection Act in 2016. The renewal fee is $500.

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Sexual Harassment Harassment HR Software Compliance Training 53

HR Daily Advisor

JULY 18, 2016

The Harvard Business Review of March 2016 finds that the best forecasters constantly reassess and share their estimates. Train your managers. Go to paid time off (PTO), says Lott. Think It Through. Columbia University Professor Sheena Iyengar studies how people choose, Lott says. You have to get them to count to 10, says Lott.

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Wage and Hour Training Handbook Hiring Software Harassment 40

Ohio Employer's Law

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey, Louis CK, Mark Halperin, Bill O’Reilly, Roger Ailes … the list of men accused of sexual harassment and other sexual misconduct seems to know no end. I very much hope that we have reached the beginning of a cultural watershed against sexual harassment in America. Thankfully, the EEOC has some answers.

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Sexual Harassment Harassment Report Policies 36

Business Management Daily

JULY 2, 2020

adults reported a mental illness in 2016, and 71% reported at least one symptom of stress, like a headache or feeling anxious. Training for managers and employees may be necessary so that communication lines about mental health can be opened up and the stigma about discussing these issues at work overcome.

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