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What Every Business Needs To Know About The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Allwork

The law seeks to address situations where pregnant employees may face discrimination, such as being fired, denied a promotion, or not receiving the same benefits or accommodations as non-pregnant employees. The enforcement of the PWFA signifies a step forward in promoting gender equality and workplace inclusivity. According to the U.S.

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How to Name Your Business

Success

It’s far less expensive to name a company with a descriptive title and tagline,” Isen says. Is it legally available? Trademark Database at USPTO.gov to see if the name is legally trademarked. Results: One of the few independent marketing agencies to survive and grow since its founding 27 years ago. Is it easy to say?

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

BMT Office Administration

Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Courts and government agencies frown upon individual employees selectively keeping or tossing important documents. Legal consult proves especially helpful in matters involving the organization’s litigation hold policy.

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WEEE Recycling Is Not Just Good Business – It’s the Law

Eco-Office Gals

While it has always been legal to ship functional equipment out of the UK, it is not acceptable to dump off containers full of broken equipment into African countries such as Nigeria and Ghana. Donations to under-privileged individuals or groups could be promoted through tax credit incentives.

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Answering Reader Mail: Career Progression, Wearing Different Hats, and Realistic Expectations

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I'm an EA to the President and CEO of a North American marketing agency that is growing rapidly. When we were a smaller agency, I was the EA and Office Manager for a smaller facility. I've heard of EAs who are promoted to Operations or Facilities roles later on in their careers but at this point, I am playing both roles.

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A Noncompete Clause Ban Is on the Table—Here’s What Employees Should Know

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Meanwhile, other government agencies have been tackling the thorny issue of noncompete clauses. This may, in turn, help companies justify paying for costly training or other expenses to retain their workforce, she adds. But off-air news personnel are often subject to the same clauses.