Recruiting has never been simple, and the COVID-19 pandemic is complicating matters even more.05 Feb Overview of the DOL’s January 2021 FLSA Opinion Letters
During January 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor issued nine opinion letters to clarify how the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) applies to various employment situations.
DOL opinion letters provide the department’s official position on how labor and employment standards apply in specific situations.
05 Feb 5 HR Technology Trends to Monitor in 2021
In 2021 and beyond, technology can help improve efficiency and productivity in the workplace—especially for HR professionals.
05 Feb EEOC Announces 2021 Collection Schedule for EEO-1, Other Reports
On Jan. 12, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that it will open four equal employment opportunity (EEO) data collections in 2021.
The agency had previously delayed EEO collections in May 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
15 Jan 3 Employee Wellness Trends to Watch in 2021
After a year that was turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of the workplace have changed, including employer sponsored wellness programs.
Prior to the pandemic, employers were already making a shift to the way they viewed and implemented wellness initiatives at their organization. Some of these changes included focusing on holistic well-being and bolstering mental health offerings.
07 Jan DOL Issues Final Rule on FLSA Independent Contractor Status
On Jan. 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule that clarifies how to determine whether a worker is an employee who is protected under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) or an independent contractor who is exempt from it.
The final rule becomes effective March 8, 2021.