Why are DEI Efforts Expanding Despite Increased Backlash?
A recent study by employment and labor law firm Littler found that 57 percent of employers have increased their efforts to grow diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, even though 59% say backlash has increased since the U.S. Supreme Court decided to strike...
6 Employment Law Changes for 2024
As 2024 begins, employers must be well-versed in employment law changes to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks. The year 2023 brought about significant shifts in the employment law landscape, impacting how organizations navigate the complex web of regulations...
5 Trends to Help You Hire and Retain Employees in 2024
Looking at 2024, the labor market is expected to ease somewhat, although employers will likely still struggle to hire and retain talented employees. Skills gaps and high inflation remain challenging, but the influx of Generation Z (Gen Z) workers into the workplace is...
What the New Independent Contractor Rule Could Mean for Your Business
On Jan. 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a final rule, effective March 11, 2024, revising the agency’s guidance on how to analyze who is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This final rule rescinds the...

