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“Quiet Firing” feels easier than the alternative. Pull back their responsibilities. Stop including them in meetings. Let the silence do the work. No difficult conversations, no uncomfortable conflict. Just wait for them to take the hint and walk out the door.  What … Read More

Many employers treat the interactive process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a best practice or a courtesy. It is neither. It is a legal obligation and ignoring it puts your business at risk. What Is the Interactive … Read More

Background checks feel routine. They’re not. This is one of the most heavily regulated steps in your entire hiring process — and most employers don’t realize it until they’re staring down a lawsuit. Between the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), … Read More

Unlimited PTO policies have become increasingly popular in recent years. It sounds like a win-win – flexibility for employees, and simplicity for employers. But like many workplace trends, what looks good on paper can get messy in practice.  Before your company dives head-first into an unlimited PTO … Read More

THE BOTTOM LINE: In a significant policy shift, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) rescinded its 2024 “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace” by a 2-1 vote.The cryptic press release is here. While no explanation is stated for the … Read More