Amid a charged political climate and faced with a mandate from the Michigan Supreme Court, the Michigan Legislature embarked on an urgent mission to craft new laws addressing minimum wage and paid sick time policies. The legislative agenda was shaped by necessity rather than choice, as lawmakers
The recent legal development involving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken a significant turn with a federal judge stepping in to halt mass firings at the agency. The intervention has sparked discussions about the implications for the agency's operations, regulatory
In recent years, a prevailing issue has come into sharp focus as workers across the United States grapple with the harsh reality of stagnant wages coupled with escalating living costs. This insidious combination is not just a statistical concern but a deeply personal struggle for many,
In an evolving landscape of labor rights and workplace fairness, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has intensified its efforts to combat anti-American bias in employment practices, a significant and often overlooked aspect of workplace discrimination. The EEOC’s latest
The rapid transition from traditional in-office work to remote and hybrid models has profoundly impacted various sectors, with real estate investment trusts (REITs) being at the forefront of these changes. This shift has led to a reevaluation of office space demand, pushing certain REITs to
Wildfires have become an increasingly common and devastating occurrence, particularly in regions like Los Angeles. The aftermath of these fires leaves behind a trail of destruction that requires extensive cleanup efforts before any reconstruction can begin. This critical work often falls on the
Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Sofia Khaira, a specialist in diversity, equity, and inclusion who is dedicated to enhancing talent management practices within businesses. Sofia will be sharing her insights on various aspects of remote work and its impacts on the labor market. What is
In a significant strategic shift, Google has decided to discontinue its aspirational hiring goals by 2025, a move confirmed by a company spokesperson on February 6. This decision follows over a year of reassessing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The company's leadership has
In a bold move aimed at reducing federal workforce costs, President Donald Trump's administration introduced a deferred resignation offer that garnered both support and opposition, sparking an intense legal debate. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued a memo on January 28, titled "Fork
The influential decision by global professional services firm Accenture to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals and programs arose in response to executive orders initiated by President Donald Trump. This unforeseen move follows a series of federal orders targeting DEI initiatives,
