New York’s clarion call towards workplace violence prevention
On February 10, 2025, Assembly Bill A4936 was introduced to reshape how public employers prevent and handle workplace violence. This isn’t just another bureaucratic pus...
Employee Engagement in the U.S. Hit a 10-Year Low in 2024
The U.S. employee engagement numbers have fallen lower than expected, dropping down to 31%. Such numbers were last seen back in 2014. ...
1 in 5 Japanese Workers Use Resignation Agencies to Quit Jobs
The most common cited reason for using resignation agencies, at 40.7% was that companies outright refused to let employees quit. ...
The Future of Work: Key Trends in Employee Benefits for 2025
From financial wellness to mental health support, here are 10 trends in employee benefits for 2025. ...
Setting the Stage for the Top 3 HR Trends for 2025
The shifting conditions surrounding work make it essential for organizations to understand the top HR trends for 2025 and build their goals accordingly. ...
Globally, 1 in 3 Employees Are Considering Leaving Their Jobs
The workplace paradox—despite finding meaning in their work, employees are still considering leaving their jobs for better opportunities. ...
Non-compete Agreement Ban Blocked, FTC Expresses Disappointment
The FTC exceeded its authority by banning non-competes is what Judge Ada Brown had to say in her court ruling while presiding over the case. ...
How Do You Feel About CVS’ AI “Lie Detector” Interview Process?
CVS’ settlement with the job applicant shows us the many ways AI is being introduced to the workplace and the kind of repercussions it can have when its use is not full...
Didlake’s Settlement With the EEOC Results in a $1M Fine
The disability discrimination lawsuit pursued by the EEOC claimed Didlake was in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act after it failed to support deaf workers....
FTC’s Non-compete Ban Delayed by a Federal Judge in Texas
The FTC’s non-compete ban has been partially blocked by a Texas judge, but it only applies to a coalition of business groups that had stood against the ban, including t...
Amazon Labor Law Violation in California Lands a $5.9M Fine
Amazon was fined $5.9M USD for failing to inform employees about any work quotas that were in place at the organization and the consequences of falling short of these quo...
Trading in Highs for Lows—UAW President Under Investigation
A Federal investigation into the UAW led by monitor Neil Barofsky is reviewing the president’s alleged retaliation against members for refusing to authorize expenses fo...
NLRB’s Civility Policy Decision Stumps Starbucks
Starbucks’ civility policy led to an employee being fired for “yelling” but the policy was found to be overly broad. The case concluded that the employee was fired ...
The DOL’s AI Principles Suggest Involving Workers in AI Plans
The Labor Department’s AI advice is insightful, prompting employers to think about how they can be transparent in the use of AI while also being considerate of their wo...
Colorado’s AI Discrimination Law Leads the Way Towards Regulation
Colorado’s AI regulations go into effect on Feb 1, 2026, and they aim to promote transparency in the use of any decision-making AI services, bringing attention to a...
BlackRock CEO Seeks Solutions for the Retirement Crisis in the US
Public opinion on retirement security measures remains unfavorable as workers doubt their ability to support themselves after retirement. Corporations need to look into h...
