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Record high reached for workplace discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims

HR Brew

Employee claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation reached 14.7 per 1,000 employees in 2024, according to a recent report from case management software company HR Acuity, the highest level since the company started tracking these stats nine years ago. It’s a messy world, and the workplace is starting to reflect it.

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How HR Software in Australia Helps Businesses Stay Compliant

EmployeeConnect

HR software is an invaluable tool that helps businesses stay compliant with local and federal laws, minimizing the risk of costly penalties or legal issues. From ensuring correct payroll processing to managing employee leave and tracking legislative updates, HR software streamlines compliance, improves efficiency, and reduces human error.

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Navigating HR Compliance: Common Challenges & How HR Software Solves Them

EmployeeConnect

In this blog, we’ll explore the key HR compliance challenges facing Australian organisations and how HR software can offer a scalable, secure solution. The Solution: Modern HR software platforms like EmployeeConnect integrate compliance alerts and automated updates.

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What to expect next year with regulations and compliance

HR Brew

Colorado became the first state to regulate AI technology to protect against algorithmic discrimination. The activity will continue in 2025. New York City spearheaded its Local Law 144 of 2021 that regulates the use of automated employment decision tools. The EU passed sweeping AI regulations this summer.

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Non-discrimination testing: Stay compliant with FSAs, HRAs, and more

WEX Inc.

If you’re an employer, performing non-discrimination testing (NDT) is important when it comes to offering benefits to your employees. What is non-discrimination testing? Testing shows whether or not your tax-advantaged plans are discriminating in favor of highly compensated employees or key employees.

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List of Top Pay Equity Software in 2024

HR Lineup

Pay equity software helps organizations identify and address pay gaps by providing analytical insights into compensation trends, disparities, and biases. This article highlights the top pay equity software in 2024, providing a detailed overview of their key features and the specific needs each addresses. What is Pay Equity Software?

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Age-Related Litigation, Challenges in Today’s Workplace

HRWatchdog

Age-related litigation in the workplace is also spiking, especially allegations of age-related harassment and discrimination. Age Discrimination Laws Both federal and California laws address age discrimination in the workplace, Greene says. million in damages in an age discrimination and harassment case, Hoglund v.