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OK to make some job changes during FMLA

05/16/2017
Ordinarily, an employee taking FMLA leave is entitled to return to the same job or one that’s substantially equivalent. But what if the employee’s job changed while the employee was out on FMLA leave?

Forbid reinstatement when settling lawsuits

05/16/2017
Be sure to consider all the ramifications of settling an employee’s discrimination lawsuit, especially if the settlement includes reinstatement. An employee who comes back to work for you could turn right around and sue you again if he believed you are continuing to discriminate.

After complaint is filed, be sure to justify all discipline

04/25/2017
If an employee complains about discrimination, make sure any subsequent discipline is well justified. Sudden discipline against a worker whose record was previously clean can be viewed as retaliation.

Document circumstances before discipline, as well as punishment that you imposed

04/25/2017
Generally, if an employer operates in a fair and equitable fashion, there’s very little room for an employee to file and win a discrimination lawsuit. But how can HR know whether supervisors are imposing balanced discipline without regard to race, sex, religion or other protected characteristics?

Artificial intelligence begins driving the employment process

04/12/2017
In theory, removing bias from the employment equation should enable employers to hire and manage the best employees based on knowledge, skills and abilities. Several HR-related artificial intelligence software packages attempt to do just that.

Regulations proposed for New York’s new paid family leave program

04/12/2017
The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board has unveiled proposed regulations for the state’s new Paid Family Leave law. It is intended to complement the existing state disability insurance program.

Lawsuit targets Bloomberg–the business and former mayor

04/12/2017
A former salesperson for the Bloomberg media empire has filed a hostile work environment lawsuit against the company, her former boss and the company’s owner, former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

NYC mulls legislation to expand employee rights

04/12/2017
The New York City Council is considering six bills that would grant workers additional rights, including four aimed specifically at the fast- food industry.

Know the regulations that apply to your business

04/12/2017
Here’s an important reminder that you must pay close attention to the laws that govern how your organization operates.

Rule of thumb: Good records win cases

04/12/2017
When an employee turns down an offer of a benefit of some sort, make sure you note that she did.