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AUGUST 23, 2024

Silicon Republic reports that the majority (71%) of respondents say access to flexible work arrangements is of great importance to them. More than four-fifths (82%) of respondents agreed that supportive policies enhance an employer’s public image, which also makes the company more attractive to potential job candidates.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Tesco has lost a high-profile legal battle in the U.K. over its controversial “fire and rehire” policies, setting a precedent that may reshape how businesses balance flexibility with fair labor standards in the future of work. The U.K.’s The ruling not only serves as a warning to other U.K.

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JULY 13, 2021

The Harvard Business Review's Your Company Needs a Digital Nomad Policy covers the reasons why companies should have formal digital nomad programs and policies.   The second reason is that having digital nomads on the payroll can leave firms open to a variety of regulatory and legal risks.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It’s essential to create and communicate multiple safe channels through which employees can report concerns, including anonymous hotlines, dedicated email addresses, and third-party services. Transparency about how these reports will be handled is also important. Speak-up cultures require that employees feel safe and supported.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

corporations that previously pledged to diversify their workforces are now facing legal challenges from groups such as America First Legal and the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, according to CBS News. Why it matters: These legal challenges lay important precedent regarding the foundation of DEI initiatives within U.S.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The workers allege that the company failed to address widespread racial discrimination and harassment at its Fremont factory, according to a report published by Reuters. The lawsuit was filed in 2017 and is being led by former assembly line worker Marcus Vaughn.

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JUNE 24, 2024

Several reports expose ongoing discrimination and barriers to the advancement of women in the workplace, with only 35% of women occupying top leadership positions (despite comprising 47% of the U.S. A report by the PEW Research Center reveals the limited progress for women advancing into leadership positions. workforce ).

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JUNE 21, 2024

adults, conducted by Naturecan, reveals just how hard it has become for workers to switch off or disconnect. The North Hampton Chronicle & Echo reports 45% of the survey respondents still check work emails or messages at least once during a week-long holiday, and 80% think about work at least twice a day.

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JUNE 14, 2024

The plaintiffs argue that these corporate policies have had a disparate impact on women, resulting in systemic pay inequality that is not justified under the law, according to Time Magazine. and Google resulted in average per-person payouts of $3,750 and $5,500 , respectively, despite the legal costs.

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AUGUST 21, 2024

Organizations need to focus on enhancing cybersecurity, educating employees, and advocating for stronger legal regulations to counter deepfake threats. Organizations should also establish clear protocols for reporting and responding to suspected deepfake incidents.

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MAY 19, 2023

This significant increase underscores a concerning trend in workplace drug testing results, signaling the need for attention and potential policy adjustments. It may also prompt discussions and potential policy changes regarding marijuana regulation and workplace safety regulations. in 2018 to 4.3%

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JUNE 5, 2024

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has implemented a new rule to create a registry designed to track companies that have repeatedly violated laws. The registry, officially established on Monday, mandates that nonbank financial companies report final agency and court orders related to consumer law violations to the CFPB.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In 2023 experts in the report predicted that 62% of current task hours could be automated with existing technology — potentially rising to between 79% and 98% within the decade. According to the report, up to 1.3 This technological change is set to redefine job automation and skill requirements.

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JULY 15, 2024

Addressing the gender pay gap requires coordinated efforts from policymakers, employers, and individuals, including implementing pay audits, standardizing compensation practices, promoting family leave policies, and fostering mentorship and leadership opportunities for women. As recently reported , “Despite constituting 47% of the U.S.

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MARCH 1, 2024

In a legal move that spotlights the growing tensions over the overall direction of artificial intelligence development, Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman. The lawsuit claims that OpenAI has strayed from its original mission of advancing AI for the public good — prioritizing profit, and Microsoft, instead.

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– A recent report supports the concept of a four-day workweek by highlighting its potential to improve employee well-being and job satisfaction, ultimately leading to increased productivity. Reports indicate that 92% of U.S. The survey further highlights that 59% of employees using AI reported higher job satisfaction.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

How employers can support working parents In a recently released report from the Best Place for Working Parents, researchers reveal key trends across over 2,000 businesses that participated in the survey. Here’s what the report revealed about how employers can support working parents.

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

Following meaningful anti-harassment training, 75% of women and 85% of men reported feeling safer at work. A 2019 report on sexual harassment in the state of California revealed that 36% of women and 28% of men had reported incidences of sexual harassment in the workplace. The continuing scourge of sexual harassment at work.

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AUGUST 30, 2024

However, critics of the proposal argue the opposite — that it could lead to decreased productivity and increased business costs. An extensive study conducted earlier in the year , involving 61 companies, showed promising results with 89% of these companies maintaining the four-day week policy a year later.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Wall Street Journal reports that venture capitalists have invested $64.1 Across the workforce, companies are still experimenting with how to incorporate AI into their workflows — and many employers still do not have an official AI-related work policy addressing the technology.

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JULY 3, 2023

This kind of ruling could lead to increased legal protections for workers and more accountability for employers. The lawsuit alleges that the company’s female employees collectively earned $150 million less than their male counterparts over an eight-year period, according to Reuters. Disney reportedly disputes these findings.

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AUGUST 8, 2022

They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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AUGUST 2, 2023

It’s reported that this action follows complaints that the bank’s decision was made without consultation, violated existing contracts, and negatively impacted employees with childcare or family responsibilities. There are a growing number of companies in both Australia and the U.S.

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JULY 3, 2024

Only 19% of professionals surveyed by Thomas Reuters say their organizations provide training in Generative AI (Gen AI), revealing a pressing need for leaders to implement official policies and strategies on the advancing technology — or risk losing out on the talent race.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2022

To achieve your goals, you must develop a customer care policy that’s understood and adhered to by every member of your team. In both cases, your teams may rely on “the fine print” to cover your company legally from overpromising. The best practices to increase client retention involve more than a solid support strategy.

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MAY 21, 2024

In some cases, they opt to organize family meetings in which everyone can be clear about responsibilities such as who will oversee health and legal decisions for parents, parental wishes for living arrangements, their available resources including various types of insurance, and how inheritances will be apportioned.

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APRIL 24, 2024

According to a report published by The Financial Times , the regulator’s commissioners voted 3-2 on Tuesday in favor of the ban. The prohibition is an update to labor regulations seeking to improve fair competition and employee rights/protections. The FTC initially announced that it was seeking to ban noncompete clauses in January 2023.

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JANUARY 15, 2019

The Brookings Institute is a large and influential DC public policy think tank. They recently released a report with their 2019 Trends to Watch. The report is targeted at government policy makers and lists the issues Brookings experts "expect will shape the world this year and the solutions to address them."

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JUNE 27, 2024

“[The campaign] supports the Union’s advocacy efforts, including the push for Freelance Isn’t Free laws that mandate written contracts and timely payment and provide legal recourse for unpaid work,” he adds. “If Frankly, a lot of organizations still just don’t have great policies around payment. If not, get outside help.”

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AUGUST 29, 2024

One of the most notable policy changes for the country is the validity extension of its digital nomad visas. This rule reduces the risk of visitors overstaying their passports’ validity period, which could lead to legal and logistical challenges.

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JULY 29, 2024

This is reportedly contributing to the growing backlog in tribunals. This is reportedly contributing to the growing backlog in tribunals. Experts say the surge can be attributed to several factors, including heightened awareness of employee rights, improved legal frameworks, and an increased emphasis on corporate transparency.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

During this short time period, the city has a law requiring companies to disclose how algorithms affect hiring decisions. According to a recent report published by The Wall Street Journal , the pioneering AI-related regulation, also known as Local Law 144 , targets the use of AI and automated tools in recruitment and promotion processes.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The decision comes at a time when providing specific workplace protections for whistleblowers is seen as increasingly important for encouraging employees to report any misconduct without fear of retaliation that could impact their livelihood. The Wall Street Journal reports seven companies — including Acadia Healthcare, AppFolio, a.k.a.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

Additionally, 34% reported using stimulants, including amphetamines like Adderall. Here’s how to prevent it: Implement a Clear Policy: Every organization should have a clear, written policy regarding substance abuse. Substance abuse is a significant issue that can impact the health and productivity of your workforce.

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AUGUST 22, 2024

government, under new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is also backing similar flexible work policies, including plans for a “right to switch off” policy. Under Australia’s new regulation, employees are no longer required to check their emails or answer phone calls from their bosses after working hours.

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JUNE 28, 2017

As professionals, we all recognise the huge moral and legal obligation to take more serious responsibility for the safety of our staff travelling on global business trips. This policy around Duty of Care is an important element of customer service for business travellers and TMC’s making online hotel bookings.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

last year, according to the 2024 Freelance Economic Impact Report , produced by Fiverr, the online marketplace service connecting businesses and freelancers. Women, in particular, view flexibility as a significant advantage of freelancing,” the Fiverr report concluded. Another factor is diversification.

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