by Wayne "Skip" Adams III, Ice Miller, LLP Since the start of 2014, the number of lawsuits filed against employers and staffing firms alleging the use of unlawful background check practices has increased dramatically. Many of these cases were class action lawsuits with millions of dollars in potential liability. This sudden surge in litigation underscores the importance of … [Read more...] about Lawsuits a Wake-Up Call on Proper Use of Background Checks
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Offering Employee Relocation Expenses
by Brittany Willes, Plastics Business As the job market becomes ever more competitive, recruiting the most qualified employees is essential. However, those employees may not be local, and moving households is both time-consuming and expensive. According to a survey conducted by Atlas Van Lines, employee relocation has been on the rise since 2010. In 2014 alone, nearly half of … [Read more...] about Offering Employee Relocation Expenses
Prevent Disgruntled Employees from Stealing Your Data
by Tony Bradley, TechSpective People don't like getting fired. When an employee learns that he or she is being terminated, any company loyalty that may have existed instantly is dissolved in most cases, and the now-disgruntled employee may look for ways to boost his or her prospects at a new employer or at least inflict some harm on the company. It's important for companies … [Read more...] about Prevent Disgruntled Employees from Stealing Your Data
Planning for a Healthy Workforce
by Jen Clark, Plastics Business Implementing a "culture of health" in the workplace can seem like a daunting task, especially as management works to make ends meet in a challenging economy. But, the benefits of a successful program can include higher productivity and morale, lower health care costs and improved health outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control … [Read more...] about Planning for a Healthy Workforce
ICE Audits ‘Skyrocket’ with Form I-9 Violations on the Rise
by Jen Clark, Plastics Business As calls for federal immigration reform ramp up, so have the number of US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) audits on businesses around the country. These audits look for lapses in recordkeeping and outright violation of the laws determining workplace eligibility for immigrants in companies large and small. "ICE audits have … [Read more...] about ICE Audits ‘Skyrocket’ with Form I-9 Violations on the Rise