The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 is poised to introduce significant changes to UK sexual harassment laws in the workplace. Set to come into effect on October 26, 2024, the legislation places a new legal duty on employers to take reasonable steps to protect employees
Recent sweeping labor law changes in Illinois mark a significant victory for workers' rights. Signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on July 31, the Illinois Worker Freedom of Speech Act aims to shield employees from forced participation in employer-hosted meetings about unionization. This legislation,
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized multiple sectors, and Human Resources (HR) is no exception. With its ability to automate repetitive tasks, enhance decision-making, and offer insightful data analytics, AI transforms how companies manage recruitment, employee engagement, and
The article titled "DSAL lacks accurate labor data, commits to legal review" by Renato Marques, published in the Macau Daily Times on August 14, 2024, scrutinizes the current state of labor data accuracy and legislative oversight by the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) in Macau. This article
RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) recently released a report detailing the performance of defined benefit (DB) pension plans for the second quarter of 2024. The report reveals a positive median return of 1.1 percent, despite a highly unpredictable market. Furthermore, a cumulative return of 4.4 percent
The recent decision by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to eliminate "equity" from its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has sparked a significant debate among HR professionals and the broader public. This change aims to address the perceived confusion
