Covered by EPLI? Better think again *

USA - September 30 2011
Many employers purchase an insurance product known as Employers Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) for coverage in the event they are sued for different types of employment claims such as harassment, discrimination and retaliation. 

Co-authors: Chris Hanslik, Joseph "Trey" L. Wood, III.

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EEOC scrutinizes criminal background checks *

USA - August 30 2011
In the past few years, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has renewed its focus on the hiring process, including Title VII protections for ex-convicts.

Co-authors: Chris Hanslik, Joseph "Trey" L. Wood, III.

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Employers may have to add to the list of those protected from discrimination: the unemployed *

USA - August 29 2011
Most employers are aware that they may not discriminate against job applicants on the basis of their race, sex, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, etc, etc.

Co-authors: Chris Hanslik, Joseph "Trey" L. Wood, III.

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Parental bereavement act may amend FMLA *

USA - August 28 2011
Kelly Farley faced one of the most tragic events any parent could face: The death of his daughter.

Co-authors: Chris Hanslik, Joseph "Trey" L. Wood, III.

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All employers now required to post notice of employees' unionization rights *

USA - August 26 2011
On August 25, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a final rule that requires all employers subject to the National Labor Relations Act to notify employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by November 14, 2011.

Co-authors: Chris Hanslik, Joseph "Trey" L. Wood, III.

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