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Compensation & Benefits

Extended leave for disabled spouse? Maybe

07/09/2025
Under the ADA, there’s no obligation to reasonably accommodate a spouse’s illness. But a recent case in California under that state’s ADA equivalent may portend a trend.
Employment Law

A half-hour absence = 7 years of FMLA fallout

07/09/2025
Pregnancy-related absences deserve thoughtful handling, not timecard traps that end careers.
Hiring

DHS warns to check permit changes

07/09/2025
The Trump administration has begun revoking the immigration status for some workers before the expiration date printed on their Employment Authorization Documents.
HR Management

New injury data signals key risk areas HR can’t afford to ignore

07/09/2025
The total number of workplace injuries may be declining, but the risks—and associated costs—are growing more complex.
Employee Relations

Documenting performance? Better date-stamp and retain

07/07/2025
Whether deleted by accident or because the employer lacks clear rules about what to toss and what to keep, having to admit to a judge that you don’t have a document may mean big fines and penalties, up to and including having the lawsuit become an automatic win for a fired worker.
Terminations

Discover work mistakes during FMLA? Here’s what to do

06/23/2025
Employees who take FMLA leave are protected from retaliation for doing so. That’s led to the mistaken belief among some employees that they can’t be disciplined or fired while on leave. That’s not the case.
Article Archives

How discrimination beliefs are driving resistance to DEI initiatives

Dismiss racist taunts at your peril

DOL announces deregulation efforts

Trump DOL won’t charge double if you fix wage mistakes

Bystander harassment reporter has rights, too

‘Impossible’ PIP sinks employer’s discharge appeal

Paid caregiving leave is still missing from many benefits packages

Health care remains king, but flexible work sees dip

From firefighting to forecasting: Becoming a strategic anticipator

Refocus on manager engagement to boost team-wide performance

EEOC and DOL nominees move out of committee

No, you can’t deny accommodation over aesthetics

The ROI of care: Start investing in women’s health

Too hot to work: Indoor heat is harming employees

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