Category: HR

When using AI at work, be sure to avoid wage and hour claims

Eliminating humans from critical employment processes could result in a violation of federal employment laws. This article walks through some of the nonmandatory “Promising Practices” by the DOL to help employers avoid wage and hour claims with the use of AI.

How to make training a top priority

As the person responsible for employee training programs in your organization, you can bring learning to the top of the priority list. Doing so can boost productivity, improve skills, and increase engagement across your team. Download this guide and learn how you can make employee training a priority in your organization.

Strategies to improve employee retention and reduce turnover

Reduce the likelihood of employees moving organizations by taking a proactive approach. Implementing retention methods now can foster a positive and productive culture. Creating an effective retention strategy not only reduces turnover but also improves your reputation and bottom line.

4 Time management techniques for HR professionals

HR leaders are juggling multiple hats and putting out several fires at once. You’ve got applicants to interview, new hires to onboard, and an employee base to tend to. Here are four time management techniques you may not have implemented yet. Try a few and see what works best for you, so that your calendar goes from stressful to smooth sailing.

Pay range disclosure laws trending in the direction of greater transparency

Explore the rise of pay range disclosure laws across the U.S., aimed at tackling pay inequities. This article outlines the recent legislative changes, compliance strategies for employers, and the benefits of transparency in attracting talent and fostering a fair workplace culture. Learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of pay transparency effectively.

Supreme Court clarifies standard for injunctions under NLRA

On June 13, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an 8-to-1 decision in Starbucks Corp. v. McKinney, which clarified the legal standard—and made it uniform nationwide—when federal courts are asked to grant a preliminary injunction, or court order, under §10(j) of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) based on allegations of unfair labor practices.

Massachusetts SJC issues important decision on paid family and medical leave

Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) went into effect on January 1, 2021. Since then, employers have had a number of unanswered questions related to the statute and accompanying regulations. Recently, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) issued its first decision interpreting language in the PFML law in Bodge v. Commonwealth et. al, SJC-13567, (September 13, 2024).

Q&A: Should breaks under 20 minutes be paid under the FLSA?

In this HR Hotline Q&A, a subscriber wants to know if employers have to pay employees for breaks that are less than 20 minutes in duration under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) if there is no state law addressing the issue. Our content experts have the answer in this article.