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Are You Staying Complaint Throughout All Phases of Hiring?

Peopletrail

While nearly 60 percent of employee lawsuits involve discrimination, wrongful termination, wage violation, and harassment lawsuits have also been on the rise. These laws prevent employers from asking about candidates’ criminal records early in the hiring process. This was a 20 percent increase from 2021. citizenship is required by law.

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Unconscious bias training: What it is & how to improve your workplace

Business Management Daily

Unconscious bias training (UBT) can help business leaders and employees better understand and address bias. UBT is a vital training topic that deals with sensitive issues, so navigating it can be tricky. UBT is a vital training topic that deals with sensitive issues, so navigating it can be tricky. What is unconscious bias?

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The Worker Protection Act 2023: What does it mean for your business?

uCheck

From 26 October, employers will need to take “all reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. It moves the onus from individuals, who previously had to report and manage inappropriate conduct, to employers who are now expected to actively foster a harassment-free environment. What does this mean for employers?

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HR Risk Management: Guide to Identifying & Mitigating Risks

HR Lineup

Legal and Litigation Risks Employment-related lawsuits can arise from: Wrongful termination Harassment or discrimination Retaliation claims Breach of employment contract Violations of privacy rights 3. What Is HR Risk Management? Unlike financial or operational risks that are often easier to quantify, HR risks are typically more nuanced.

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AI in HR: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Human Resources in 2025

Engagedly

Almost 70% of companies are already utilizing AI to inform their HR decisions, according to the Harvard Business Review. 44% of businesses utilize AI to optimize recruitment and talent acquisition. What if you could predict which employees are about to leave—before they even say a word? This isn’t a futuristic fantasy.

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Disparate treatment-vs-disparate-impact-guide

Business Management Daily

Research by McKinsey shows that diverse and inclusive companies are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors. Read on to learn more. They can cause expensive lawsuits, employee strife, and damage your organization’s reputation. That means you have every incentive to eliminate employment discrimination at your organization.

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Why Hospitality Workers Walk Away: Addressing the Root Causes of Turnover

Payactiv

Current Employee Turnover Rates in the Hospitality Industry New research recently found that 41% of frontline workers have changed jobs in the past year—this statistic rises to more than half for hospitality workers in bars, restaurants, and hotels. Worse still, hospitality workers can be subjected to bullying and sexual harassment.