The U.S. Supreme Court has altered the landscape for employers by clarifying the standard of proof required to assert exemptions from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In the landmark case E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, the Court determined that the “preponderance of evidence” standard is suf
March 19, 2025Employee monitoring in the workplace is an issue fraught with complexity and controversy. While organizations aim to boost productivity and ensure security, balancing these objectives with respecting employee privacy and establishing trust is crucial. This article explores the dichotomy of
March 17, 2025The executive order signed by President Donald Trump declaring English as the official language of the United States has undoubtedly sparked a significant debate among employers and employees alike. While this symbolic gesture might seem substantial on the surface, it does not alter existing
March 13, 2025Last week, a sweeping change in the classification of federal human resources (HR) roles was set into motion by the Trump administration, igniting controversy and debate within political and employment circles. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), on March 6, 2025, issued a memo that
March 12, 2025Employee leave requests have surged for the third consecutive year, presenting significant challenges for HR departments tasked with managing and supporting their workforce effectively. This upward trend in leave requests is driven by multiple factors such as health issues, mental health
March 11, 2025U.S. Labor Market Faces Uncertainty Amid Trump Administration Policies The U.S. labor market is grappling with uncertainty in the wake of the Trump administration's policies, which have prompted caution and hesitation among businesses. According to the March 7 report from the U.S. Bureau of
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