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90% of firms transformed their business this year

11/03/2020
In a survey of more than 2,800 senior managers in the U.S., nine in 10 respondents said their organization has improved operations or pursued new opportunities as a result of covid-19.

The HR I.Q. Test: November ’20

11/01/2020
Here’s your monthly quiz on HR news and trends.

NLRB clarifies obligations during pandemic

10/29/2020
Several recent cases before the National Labor Relations Board show that the National Labor Relations Act most definitely affects employer obligations during the coronavirus pandemic. Remember, the NLRA covers all employers, not just those that employ union members.

CDC covid guidance could spike absenteeism

10/29/2020
New coronavirus guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention could trigger a fresh wave of absences by employees who must self-quarantine, according to employment lawyer Jon Hyman of Meyers Roman in Cleveland.

Covid spurs job seekers to relocate, change industries

10/27/2020
In a new report from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, more job seekers opted to relocate for new opportunities, move to smaller companies and change industries in the second quarter, when initial shutdown orders took effect.

Watch out! You could be liable for at-home workers’ comp injuries

10/27/2020
Telecommuting plans hatched this spring were understandably ad hoc. Now it’s time to formally assess some of the employment law risks. That includes addressing workers’ compensation-qualifying injuries that occur at employees’ homes.

Snapshot: Almost half are fully back to work

10/27/2020
The number of employees working on site has risen sharply since April, when the pandemic forced shutdowns.

BLS: Women’s workforce participation is declining

10/22/2020
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 82,000 women stopped working or looking for work in September, compared to 30,600 men.

OSHA on a roll, penalizing 85 covid violators

10/22/2020
Since March, OSHA has fined and sanctioned 85 companies for covid-related safety and health violations. Total cost to employers so far: more than $1.2 million.

Pandemic has taken a toll on capacity for change

10/20/2020
The amount of change the average employee can absorb without becoming fatigued in 2020 has been cut in half compared to 2019, according to the Gartner business advisory firm.