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CSG Law Alert: Ten Tips to Avoid Your Seasonal Party Resulting in a Fa-La-La-La-Lawsuit

by CSG Law in Human Resources, Legal. Posted December 10, 2024

They say “it’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but, if you are a business owner, in-house counsel or HR professional, this can often be the most stressful time of the year, including when hosting company parties. Such celebrations, although well intended, can land your company on the “naughty list” and result in legal ...

Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect January 1

by Fisher Phillips in Human Resources, Legal. Posted December 3, 2024

As the year wraps up, we’re rounding up the new workplace laws that will take effect on January 1. With so many laws about to kick in, it can be hard to keep track of it all. Here’s a guide to some of the federal and state laws you’ll need to comply with on day ...

New Study Shows AI Resume Screeners Prefer White Male Candidates: Your 5-Step Blueprint to Prevent AI Discrimination in Hiring

by Fisher Phillips in Human Resources, Legal. Posted November 19, 2024

A new study reveals that popular AI-based resume screening tools often favor White and male candidates, showing that resumes tied to White-associated names were preferred 85% of the time. The University of Washington Information School study found that AI resume screening may inadvertently replicate – or even amplify – existing biases against certain demographics, and ...

NLRB’s New Standard Bans Employers from Warning That Unionization Hurts Managerial Relations: 5 Essential Steps for Compliance

by Fisher Phillips in Human Resources, Legal. Posted November 12, 2024

In a groundbreaking decision, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) just tightened restrictions on what employers can say to workers about the impact of unionization, overturning a 40-year-old standard and raising the bar for what is considered a lawful communication. In a case involving a national hospitality chain, the Board ruled on Friday that employers ...

15 Important Workplace Safety Talk Topics for Your Organization

by Global Guardian in Insurance & Loss Prevention, Legal, Risk Management, Safety & Security. Posted November 7, 2024

Regular safety talks are an essential part of building a strong safety culture in any workplace, and these topics are foundational for nearly every business. INSIDE THIS ARTICLE, YOU’LL FIND:The Importance of Safety Talks15 Workplace Safety Talk TopicsHow to Make Safety Talks Engaging Workplace safety isn’t just about avoiding accidents — it’s about creating an ...

Unmasking Greenwashing: Avoiding Potentially Deceptive Practices

by J.S. Held in Hotel Development, Legal. Posted November 6, 2024

Introduction In today’s world, the spotlight on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices is brighter than ever. Stakeholders, including investors, consumers, and even corporate employees, are demanding that companies show their commitment to sustainability. However, this increased scrutiny has also exposed the danger of being labeled as having engaged in greenwashing. This is where businesses ...

Streamlining Success: How to Expedite Arbitration for Faster Resolutions

by American Arbitration Association in Legal. Posted October 31, 2024

When counseling business clients about drafting arbitration clauses, I emphasize one of arbitration’s biggest selling points: speed. As an equity partner at Foley Hoag LLP and a seasoned arbitrator, I’ve seen firsthand how arbitration can offer a much faster alternative to traditional litigation. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, commercial arbitration cases were typically resolved twice as ...

Hospitality Industry Braces for NYC’s Safe Hotels Act: Top Things Employers Need to Know About What Could Become a Nationwide Trend

by Fisher Phillips in Hotel Development, Human Resources, Legal, Lodging. Posted October 29, 2024

New rules regulating hotels in NYC will likely take effect next May if Mayor Adams soon signs the Safe Hotels Act, which the City Council just passed by an overwhelming majority on October 23. NYC lawmakers are aiming to address safety concerns regarding human trafficking, crime, and cleanliness — but the act goes far beyond ...

So You Think This COVID Thing Has Ended? Not So Fast! 5 Tips for Employers to Prepare for Cold, Flu, and COVID Season

by Fisher Phillips in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Human Resources, Safety & Security. Posted September 6, 2024

For many businesses, the pandemic seems like a distant memory, but COVID-19 is not entirely behind us. Indeed, as the cold and flu season approaches, the CDC predicts that COVID-19 cases will increase across the country. Such surges have already started to impact workforces, making now a good time to review and update your COVID-19 ...

Transparent Connections: Arbitrators, Attorneys, Parties and Social Media Disclosures

by American Arbitration Association in Legal. Posted September 4, 2024

Social media plays a crucial role in professional networking and relationships. This raises important questions for arbitrators, who must maintain high standards of impartiality and avoid potential conflicts of interest, as well as for attorneys and parties, who have an opportunity to delve deeper into the suitability of potential arbitrators on their cases. Fostering Trust, Transparency, and ...