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Jaime Walker

Jaime Walker specializes in Equal Opportunity Employment and Employee Rights. The content he produces regularly advocates for fair treatment of all in the workplace. With expertise covering Payroll, DevOps, and Customer Data Managment, Jaime's diverse portfolio of content is always refreshing and bursting with new ideas. 
Crucial Tips for Selecting the Best CRM Software in 2024
Customer Data Management
Crucial Tips for Selecting the Best CRM Software in 2024

In the realm of modern business, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems have cemented their significance by enhancing customer interactions and optimizing operational workflows. As companies dive deeper into personalization in customer service, marketing, and sales, CRMs stand out as pivotal tools, enabling businesses to cultivate robust customer relations while systematically organizing their processes. Given the anticipated growth of the CRM

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September 4, 2024
How Does the FMLA “Key Employee” Exception Impact Job Restoration?
Employment Law
How Does the FMLA “Key Employee” Exception Impact Job Restoration?

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides significant protections for employees needing to take leave for personal or family medical reasons. Among these protections is the right to job restoration upon returning from FMLA leave. However, the “key employee” exception, an important but less commonly understood aspect of the FMLA, can significantly impact this right. This article delves into

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September 3, 2024
Broadcom Launches Rally Anywhere for On-Premises DevOps Project Control
DevOps
Broadcom Launches Rally Anywhere for On-Premises DevOps Project Control

In a significant move aimed at providing enhanced data control and compliance, Broadcom has announced the launch of Rally Anywhere, an on-premises edition of its Rally project management application, at the VMware Explore 2024 conference. This new offering primarily targets DevOps teams, giving them greater control over data storage—a critical factor for organizations operating in heavily regulated industries or those

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August 30, 2024
How Can Payday Super Reforms Solve Australia’s Unpaid Super Crisis?
Payroll
How Can Payday Super Reforms Solve Australia’s Unpaid Super Crisis?

In a troubling development for millions of Australian workers, unpaid superannuation remains a pervasive issue with profound financial implications. A staggering $5.1 billion in unpaid super was reported by the Super Members Council (SMC) for the 2021-22 financial year, affecting an estimated 2.8 million workers. Over the past nine years, this cumulative amount has ballooned to $41.6 billion, with the

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August 30, 2024
Are Qantas’ Pay Hikes for Cabin Crew a Landmark in Fair Work Policies?
Payroll
Are Qantas’ Pay Hikes for Cabin Crew a Landmark in Fair Work Policies?

Qantas has been publicly commended for its backing of the Same Job Same Pay applications submitted by the Flight Attendants Association Australia (FAAA) to the Fair Work Commission (FWC). These applications seek to secure much-needed pay increases for Qantas’ short-haul cabin crew. The initiative stands to directly benefit up to 800 crew members who operate on Qantas’ Boeing 737 and

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August 30, 2024
Mandatory Overtime Must Be Included in FMLA Calculations, Court Rules
Employment Law
Mandatory Overtime Must Be Included in FMLA Calculations, Court Rules

Navigating the complexities of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can be challenging for both employers and employees. One crucial aspect that often leads to legal disputes is the inclusion of mandatory overtime in calculating FMLA leave entitlements. The recent case of Hernandez v. Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations sheds light on the importance and financial implications of accurately calculating

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August 30, 2024
How Did Asphalt Paving Systems Handle Racial Harassment Claims?
Employment Law
How Did Asphalt Paving Systems Handle Racial Harassment Claims?

The scandal involving Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc., highlighted severe racial harassment incidents affecting Black employees across multiple states. This case, spearheaded by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), underscores the pervasive issue of workplace discrimination and the legal and corrective measures taken to address it. Background of Allegations Nature of Harassment The EEOC’s lawsuit revealed a troubling pattern of racial

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August 30, 2024
Global Wage Disparity Affects Disabled Workers More Severely
Payroll
Global Wage Disparity Affects Disabled Workers More Severely

A sobering new report sheds light on the significant pay disparity faced by employees with disabilities compared to their non-disabled colleagues. Findings from a working paper by the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveal that globally, people with disabilities earn, on average, 12% less per hour than those without disabilities, underscoring an existing and pervasive inequity that transcends borders. This wage

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August 30, 2024
How Do WARN Acts Apply to Remote Work: Modern Compliance Challenges?
Employment Law
How Do WARN Acts Apply to Remote Work: Modern Compliance Challenges?

As remote work continues to gain traction, employers face increasingly intricate challenges in adhering to the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act’s federal and state regulations. The traditional notion of a centralized workplace has been upended, making it essential for employers to reexamine how they handle business closures, mass layoffs, or significant workforce reductions in a decentralized, remote-work environment.

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August 29, 2024
FWC Defines “Earnings” in High-Income Dismissal Eligibility Case
Payroll
FWC Defines “Earnings” in High-Income Dismissal Eligibility Case

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently addressed a pivotal case involving a senior cybersecurity specialist dismissed from a chemicals, energy, and fertilizers company. The employee challenged his termination on the grounds of unfair dismissal, asserting his earnings fell below the high-income threshold required to file such claims. Central to the dispute was whether his technical support allowance, received outside of

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August 29, 2024
Mistakes Managers Make with FMLA and How to Prevent Them
Employment Law
Mistakes Managers Make with FMLA and How to Prevent Them

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can feel intimidating even to the most experienced human resources professionals, making it easy to understand why managers sometimes stumble upon its requirements. Missteps often occur when frontline managers react swiftly and emotionally to situations that might trigger FMLA leave. Fortunately, with the right training and knowledge, these pitfalls can be avoided. Here’s

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August 28, 2024
Can DMARC and CRM Integration Elevate Your Email Marketing Success?
Customer Data Management
Can DMARC and CRM Integration Elevate Your Email Marketing Success?

The digital marketing landscape increasingly leans on email campaigns to drive engagement and revenue, raising the stakes for maintaining email security and deliverability. Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance (DMARC) is a crucial email authentication protocol designed to protect email domains from being abused in spam and phishing attacks. When integrated with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, DMARC not only

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August 27, 2024