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Ask Our Experts: Navigating pay transparency

Get straightforward answers to pay transparency FAQs and understand what HR teams need to stay compliant and confident.

HR News

EEOC looks to rescind harassment guidance

See why the EEOC is considering rescinding harassment guidance and how HR leaders can stay proactive amid regulatory …

HR News

Independent contractor rule is moving forward

The US Department of Labor (DOL) has asked the White House to review a proposed rule for classifying …

HR News

New York Ends Year Passing Several New Employment Laws

New York closed out 2025 with sweeping employment reforms—from banning ‘stay‑or‑pay’ training repayment agreements to restricting credit checks, …

HR News

NLRB Quorum Restored, General Counsel Appointed

After months of stalled decisions, the National Labor Relations Board is back in action. This shift signals renewed …

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Building a Fearless Culture: Survey Data Highlights Psychological Safety Gap

Survey data reveals a psychological safety gap in today’s workplaces—discover why only 36% of employees feel truly safe giving …

HR News

Illinois Adds Protections Regarding Identity “Mismatch” Notices

Effective December 12, Illinois employers must give employees time to correct identification-documentation discrepancies.

HR News

Executive Order Seeks to Preempt State AI Laws

President Trump has signed an Executive Order (EO) that seeks to nullify state laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI) …

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Learning From SHRM’s Legal Challenge: Compliance Lessons for Employers

No matter how SHRM's appeal unfolds, the circumstances surrounding this case offer critical compliance lessons for employers of …

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