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New 2017 Midyear Employment Law White Paper

HRWatchdog

Our employment law experts highlight the significant developments so far this year. Even though the year isn’t over, 2017 has already been busy for California employers. You should make sure you are in compliance with new regulations, court rulings, local ordinances and other employment law developments this year.

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50th Anniversary of Age Discrimination Protections

HRWatchdog

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibiting age bias against workers 40 years of age and older. On June 14, the EEOC held a meeting to explore age discrimination in the United States workforce and future challenges. Acting Chair Victoria A. Not a member?

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Worker Fired Over Glassdoor.com Review Takes Employer to Court

HR Daily Advisor

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has sued an employer on an employee’s behalf, alleging that it fired him for complaining about discrimination on job-review site Glassdoor.com. as a product analyst. May 24, 2017)). Employer Takeaway. GAnay Mutlu / iStock Unreleased / Getty Images Plus.

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Halloween Costume Contest

HRWatchdog

CalChamber wants to help take some of the sting out of complying with this year’s new employment laws. CalChamber’s Halloween Costume Contest gives you the chance to prepare for any new labor laws in 2017 while having fun doing it! Many of these laws and regulations go into effect on January 1, 2017.

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Will the Solar Eclipse Disrupt Your Workplace?

HR Daily Advisor

On Monday August 21, 2017, in the middle of the workday, millions of people will abandon their jobs to gaze up at the skies and experience what might well be a once-in-a-lifetime event: a total eclipse of the sun. The EEOC has explained that “undue hardship” means that the employer would incur more than a “ de minimis” burden.

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3 Steps to Protect Information While Leveraging Social Media

HR Daily Advisor

partner with the law firm of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP., and editor of Indiana Employment Law Letter —the rise of social media comes with both pros and cons for employers. In order to help employers reduce the risks associated with social media use, Garrison recommends taking these three steps. Garrison , Esq.—partner

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How to Encourage Employees to Report Issues

HR Shelf

Unethical relationships: When a subordinate feels pressured to accept the advances of a supervisor to protect their employment. Discrimination and harassment: When employees are mistreated due to their gender, race, nationality, religion, age, or disability. Companies thrive when workplaces turn into safe and productive work havens.

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