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How to Negotiate Severance: Tips and Strategies for the Modern Workforce

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In an increasingly unpredictable job market, knowing how to face layoffs and navigate severance negotiations is a necessary skill. Kogut clarifies that employees are only “due” severance if it is promised in an employment contract, handbook or policy. Despite that high number, severance negotiations are not a lost cause.

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Should Flexible Working Be A Right, And Not Just A Privilege?

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The debate between want and need To begin with, flexible working can contribute to a better work-life balance, which is a significant factor in mental health and overall well-being. On the issue of rights versus privileges, rights are typically associated with fundamental human needs and societal standards, and are often legally protected.

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Employers Beware: There Are Rising Legal Risks Of Rigid RTO Policies

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The insistence of employers on a full return to the office, without considering individual circumstances, could lead to a surge in legal issues — particularly discrimination claims. Are employers walking into a legal storm by enforcing rigid return-to-office (RTO) mandates? In a lawsuit against Electric Boat Corp.,

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The AI Revolution Liberating Workers From The Office

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AI supports skill development by personalizing learning paths and offering customized resources for remote workers. Additionally, AI can encrypt data and enforce policies to safeguard sensitive information, ensuring that remote workers can confidently access and share company resources without compromising security.

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How To Spot And Prevent Substance Abuse In Your Workforce

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An employee may also show signs of fatigue, frequent health issues, or a general lack of personal hygiene. Substance abuse can negatively impact an individual’s interpersonal skills and judgment. Here’s how to prevent it: Implement a Clear Policy: Every organization should have a clear, written policy regarding substance abuse.

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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

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Is it related to the employee’s performance, knowledge, skills, abilities, or behavior? Health insurance forms. Also, many employers who provide group health plans are subject to privacy obligations under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Medical leave of absence requests.

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Benefits of outsourcing HR for small businesses

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Creating company policies: Crafting policies from scratch can be difficult, especially in a small business. HR service providers will have well-crafted, legally tested policy recommendations that can be customized for your business. Plus, it may be legally required depending on how many employees you currently have.

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