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Resolving Important Issues in HR Audits

PCS

Companies use Human Resource audits to determine the compliance of HR policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ensures compliance with employment laws. Erratic Hiring Practices These can result in discrimination claims, which in turn, leads to a diverse workforce. Aligns activities with overall business goals.

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Employment Laws: Navigating the Maze of Regulations

HR Digest

As a business owner, you might feel like you’re navigating a treacherous maze when it comes to employment laws. In this article, we’ll be your guide, shedding light on the key employment laws you need to know. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets guidelines for employers regarding the employment of minors.

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How to Prevent Retaliation in the Workplace: An HR’s Guide

Analytics in HR

Under the EEO laws, it is prohibited to punish job candidates or employees “for asserting their rights to be free from employment discrimination, including harassment.” Race discrimination & protected activity retaliation. Global health care services and products company Cardinal Health will pay $1.45

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Creating Safe & Respectful Workplace: Dealing with Misconduct

EmployeeConnect

From sexual harassment to bullying and discrimination, misconduct not only harms the victims, but also creates a toxic work environment that can lead to decreased productivity, increased turnover, and damage to the company’s reputation. Employers should have clear guidelines and procedures in place to address such failures.

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How to Handle Age Discrimination in Hiring and Retention

Zenefits

And while many consider 50 to be the age that tips older employees into the realm of ageism, workers as young as 40 have experienced age discrimination. Before we get into all the details, let’s define ageism, look at some examples, and highlight ways to reduce age discrimination in the office. Age discrimination and retention.

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Voyant Beauty Lawsuit Concludes With a $75,000 Settlement

HR Digest

A Voyant Beauty lawsuit just came to an end after the company agreed to settle a case where it was accused of discriminating against a worker with a disability. The Voyant Beauty-EEOC case in point, the guidelines include specifications on when employers can ask a prospective employer about the disability as well.

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Cannabis in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know

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With the increasing legalization and decriminalization of cannabis in various jurisdictions, employers face new challenges in managing its presence in the workplace. This shift in legislation presents unique challenges for employers, as it raises questions about balancing employees’ rights with workplace safety and productivity.