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San José’s New Scheduling Ordinance Effective March 13, 2017

HRWatchdog

Under the ordinance, employers with 36 or more employees are required to offer additional work hours to existing, qualified part-time employees before hiring new employees, including subcontractors or the use of temporary staffing services. It is effective on March 13, 2017.

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2019 Wacky Employment Law Situations

HRWatchdog

We may be overwhelmed with all the new employment-related laws coming January 1, but here are a few light-hearted (and downright wacky) employment law stories and cases that caught our attention this year. Let’s take a moment to remember the oftentimes hilarious human element of employment law is still very much alive.

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New California Employment Laws Effective Now, Coming January 1

HRWatchdog

It’s the first day of October, which means the leaves are starting to turn red and orange, pumpkin spice is everywhere, everyone is looking longingly at their sweaters — and new employment laws are here! Ward, Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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Avoiding Employment Law Problems in China

Global People Strategist

Online platforms such as Global People Strategist offer global employers exactly what they need to meet both global standards while abiding by and keeping current with local statutes and norms, making compliance with China’s employment laws easy and accessible to the entire organization.

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Understanding the importance of keeping a cool head in employment decisions

HR Management

This was demonstrated in the case of Maxutova v Nunn Media Pty Ltd [2017] FCCA 2336. Maxutova v Nunn Media Pty Limited [2017] FCCA 2336. Ms Maxutova brought an adverse action claim to the Fair Work Commission, arguing that: her employer had in fact dismissed her for taking five consecutive days of personal leave due to illness; and.

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How to Become a Human Resources (HR) Manager: The Definitive Guide

Analytics in HR

Employee engagement and wellbeing : They promote employee engagement initiatives, foster a positive company culture, and support employee well-being through various programs and initiatives. – Maintained comprehensive records of personnel-related data and ensured employment requirements compliance.

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How much do you know about employment law?

Business Management Daily

Complying with the alphabet soup of employment laws takes a big portion of HR's day. And compliance will get even harder in 2017. How well do you know employment law? Take this quick quiz.