Business News Businesses trying to find a happy medium in hybrid work models Businesses are trying to bring folks back into the office with a hybrid work schedule, but predictably it's faced plenty of pushback. Macie LaCau, Staff WriterFebruary 19, 2024
Business News Florida Walmart settles EEOC sexual harassment lawsuit for $30,000 After a messy case of sexual harassment, a settlement and new policies will have to be enacted at this Florida Walmart. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterFebruary 15, 2024
Business News LinkedIn data shows how skills have changed (and will continue to) 5 years ago, job titles that are booming today did not exist. The trend of change will always be around, including job skills, LinkedIn... Macie LaCau, Staff WriterFebruary 15, 2024
Business News Replaced senior employee sees resolution for age discrimination This employee was forced to retire and then replaced by a younger employee in this 'resolution setting' age discrimination case. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterFebruary 14, 2024
Business News Employee fired for complaining about harassment begins lawsuit The EEOC has begun a lawsuit on behalf a teenage ex-employee of a rib restaurant who was fired for complaining about harassment. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterFebruary 14, 2024
Business News The clamor for AI solutions spikes as developers rush to provide Businesses and individuals all over are engaging in and demanding AI solutions, but it's a matter of keeping up ethically for developers. Jack Lloyd, Senior Staff WriterFebruary 12, 2024
Business News Security company learns internal policies don’t supersede religious accommodations When being mindful of hair and appearance policies, be mindful to consider religious accommodations, unlike this security company. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterFebruary 9, 2024
Business News The return of Walmart’s sensory friendly hours These calmer, quieter hours at Walmart have overall been well received for a massively improved shopping experience for many. Macie LaCau, Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2024
Business News Gig workers receiving big changes in presidential ruling Contract gig workers are experiencing changes in their employment status, leading to conflicts with their reliant companies. Macie LaCau, Staff WriterFebruary 7, 2024
Business News Deciphering spending habits across the recent generations Spending habits are starting to change as the world settles into a post pandemic routine, and different generations are reacting differently. Macie LaCau, Staff WriterFebruary 2, 2024
Business News Questions not to be asking in a job interview (and what to ask instead) Are you asking the wrong questions? A Human Resources expert discusses the best and worst questions asked during candidates interviews. Taylor Leddin, Staff WriterFebruary 1, 2024
Business News This EEOC program helps vulnerable workers know their rights Get ready businesses, the EEOC wants to educate vulnerable workers about their federal rights. How can you share this program yourself? Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 31, 2024
Business News Pay disparity EEOC case highlights discrimination of male employee The Travel Department of Maryland has now settled a pay disparity case against one of their male employees making less than female employees. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 25, 2024
Business News EEOC settles sex discrimination lawsuit against Medsurant Health Even in 2024, it is worth reminding ourselves pay disparity in sex discrimination is wrong - here's what you can learn from this suit. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 24, 2024
Business News People are NOT over remote work, just ask the workers themselves Quit saying people are over remote work. Only CEOs and golden retriever extroverts are itching to go back into the office! Macie LaCau, Staff WriterJanuary 23, 2024
Business News Feds might make noncompete clauses illegal – what to do next Noncompete clauses have a tricky history, but the FTC has proposed they be nixed altogether. Jack Lloyd, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 18, 2024
Business News Plant-based meat sales decline – are consumers less impressed? Sales of plant-based meat are decreasing, showing changing tastes and preferences even among vegan and vegetarian consumers. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 18, 2024
Business News Why you’ll receive a list of colleague names & ages if you’re laid off If you get laid off, is it weird to receive a list of employees who were also laid off—along with their ages? If you’re... Jack Lloyd, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 17, 2024
Business News Could ChatGPT really replace Google in the near future? Everyone and their mother (well, many not all mothers as AI is a foreign concept still) has heard of ChatGPT. Could it take over... April Bingham, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 16, 2024
Business News Why asking for SAT scores can be a fast track to age discrimination Some job candidates have reported being asked for their SAT/ACT scores - this practice could be an insult at best, and age discrimination at... Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 12, 2024
Business News EEOC: Hotel general manager fired over stereotypes about depression The EEOC is moving against this hotel company for firing a general manager facing depression symptoms, violating ADA for mental health. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterJanuary 9, 2024
Business News If it seems too good to be true, it probably is: Let’s talk Temu Temu seemed to pop up out of nowhere and has taken consumers by storm - but the latest boycott brings some disturbing news to... Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterDecember 21, 2023
Business News How to stop reeking of desperation in the midst of a job hunt Hunting for a job can come with infinite pressures and rejection, sometimes you just want it to be over - here's how to avoid... Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterDecember 8, 2023
Business News Frontier adjusts policy following EEOC case for breastfeeding pilots Frontier Airlines settles EEOC case pertaining to providing breastfeeding facilities and pregnancy policies, making major changes in the industry. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterDecember 7, 2023
Business News Healthcare company sued for not even discussing accommodations This company is in trouble for not even discussing accommodations for employee before termination, violating ADA regulations. Dawn Brotherton, Senior Staff WriterDecember 5, 2023