The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Mercy Health St. Mary’s, a hospital located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, over allegations that it violated federal law by denying a job applicant’s request to be excused from a generally applicable flu shot requirement. The lawsuit, which seeks monetary relief for the applicant and an injunction that would bar
On January 1, 2021, the United Kingdom completed its exit from the European Union after a long and complex negotiation process. Following Brexit, the UK has been busy trying to disentangle itself from many EU regulations and laws in order to take control of its own affairs. One of the first pieces of legislation introduced to achieve this was the
Recruiting quality, high-performing candidates for critical roles in your organization is one of HR’s biggest ongoing challenges. Your company needs to find someone who is not only skilled and experienced but also someone who truly fits into the company’s culture and values. But, how can you really tell if someone is the right fit? In this article, we’ll discuss the
Arbitration agreements have become increasingly popular in California and other states as a means of resolving disputes between employers and employees. However, the enforceability of these agreements has recently come under scrutiny by courts, particularly in instances where the agreement is signed by an employee without fully understanding its terms. In a recent decision, the California Court of Appeal held
Effective workplace communication is an essential component of any successful organization. It is the foundation that fosters meaningful and authentic employee engagement, strengthens working relationships, and solidifies the organizational core. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, businesses that fail to prioritize this critical aspect of their operations risk losing out to their competitors. This article will discuss the importance
A recent federal court case revealed the horrifying account of an employer who repeatedly ripped off its workers through a cashback scheme to the point where the employees found themselves deceived and financially incapacitated. Despite the employer’s efforts to evade responsibility, the court held the employer guilty of violating workplace laws and ordered the payment of over $291,000 in penalties
Hiring the right candidate for a marketing position is never an easy task. With the abundance of unoriginal resumes flooding your inbox, it’s hard to know who is the best fit for the role. And when it comes to hiring a content marketing professional, the situation becomes even trickier. After all, you want to ensure that the candidate you’re hiring
Religion is an important aspect of many people’s lives, and for some, their religious beliefs are an essential part of their identity. When it comes to the workplace, employers have a legal duty to accommodate the religious beliefs of their employees, but this duty is not absolute. In certain circumstances, an employer may be justified in limiting an employee’s religious
When it comes to hiring new employees, companies tend to invest a great deal of time and resources into the recruitment process. While a thorough evaluation of potential candidates is necessary, overly long recruitment processes can be detrimental to both employers and job seekers. In this article, we will discuss the negative impacts of overly long recruitment processes and explore
In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, finding and retaining top talent has become one of the most pressing challenges for organizations. With a limited pool of highly skilled workers and stiff competition from other employers, attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent has become more challenging than ever before. The increasing challenge of finding and attracting talent The competition for
R&L Carriers, Inc., a transportation and logistics company based in Wilmington, Ohio, has agreed to pay $1.25 million to a class of female applicants to settle a discrimination lawsuit. The settlement follows allegations that the company discriminated against women in hiring for loader positions at its Wilmington location between 2010 and 2017. Background information on R&L Carriers, Inc. R&L Carriers,
One of the biggest challenges for employers is providing comprehensive healthcare coverage for their employees while also minimizing costs to the business. As healthcare costs continue to rise, companies are searching for innovative solutions to offer their employees the healthcare they need without breaking the bank. One attractive option is to offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) to employees. In
