The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is officially withdrawing the prior administration’s independent-contractor rule, which would have made it easier for businesses to classify workers as […]

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed BNSF Railway Company’s enforcement of its attendance policies in its firing of a train dispatcher with epilepsy. Source: […]

The Chicago City Council recently passed an ordinance prohibiting employers from disciplining Chicago workers—including independent contractors—who take time off to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Source: New […]

Whether by choice or need, many employees are likely to continue working remotely, sometimes far from their employer’s worksite. Organizations are rethinking their health plan networks, […]

After more than a year of round-the-clock COVID-19-induced togetherness, workers may miss their pets and worry their animal pals will suffer separation anxiety. Here are some […]

An employee whose co-worker repeatedly touched her over several months was not subjected to sexual harassment when the behavior was not severe or pervasive, according to […]

President Joe Biden has proposed requiring employers to provide 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave, funded by new federal taxes. The program would be […]

Employers disciplining employees who lie about getting COVID-19 vaccinations should do so consistently and thoughtfully to avoid liability. Source: New feed 2

Once the pandemic subsides, experts predict a “turnover tsunami,” with one survey finding more than half of employed workers plan to look for another position. Another […]