Most Active Articles 2013-05-21T01:34:57.379-04:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:employment-law Michael Orey morey562 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1176867805813300877-9073b82257acf79e5c946ab417f626b6 2012-08-17T08:38:10.285-04:00

Innovation in medicine, material science and many other areas has made life better for many people. But there is another side to innovation that is rarely discussed. Many innovations are designed to be labor saving. With the world population increasing labor saving innovation can only eventually lead to economic collapse and social unrest.

Innovation in medicine, material science and many other areas has made life better for many people. But there is another side to innovation that is rarely discussed. Many innovations are designed to be labor saving. With the world population increasing labor saving innovation can only eventually lead to economic collapse and social unrest. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/08/09/unacceptable-face-of-innovation/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11925172943146735710-6bd0e66bbd2d6f9aa6892aed9fd61965 2013-03-15T18:03:17.254-04:00

New York City has a new law prohibiting employers from discriminating against job applicants because they are not currently employed. The new law gives rejected job applicants the right to sue for damages if they were denied employment based on their current employment (or, more accurately, unemployment) status.

New York City has a new law prohibiting employers from discriminating against job applicants because they are not currently employed. The new law gives rejected job applicants the right to sue for damages if they were denied employment based on their current employment (or, more accurately, unemployment) status. http://www.johnhowleyesq.com/2/post/2013/03/new-york-city-bans-discrimination-against-the-unemployed.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2999359619457189537-156e3c21a408d105df601c3c9d2e511f 2012-11-19T20:24:58.026-05:00

Hostess Brands filed for liquidation this week. Management blamed its workforce for the failure. That is straightforward scapegoating.

Hostess Brands filed for liquidation this week. Management blamed its workforce for the failure. That is straightforward scapegoating. http://www.innovationexcellence.com/blog/2012/11/19/hostess-twinkie-defense-is-a-failure/ Dru Sturgess dsturgess259 3 2 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13238146635980034104-46d655b6bdfb8567665c1ac4922a36b4 2013-01-31T13:10:19.392-05:00

For employers, a quick video look at what to expect next now that Obama's recess appointments to the NLRB have been ruled invalid...

For employers, a quick video look at what to expect next now that Obama's recess appointments to the NLRB have been ruled invalid... http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/what-next-for-the-nlrb-18033/ Adrian Lürssen alurssen217 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14789581106547218708-7a1f57802848db7a773e602300fcc1cf 2013-03-08T12:36:36.546-05:00

Gone are the days when temporary labor meant the image of the "Kelly Girl," administrative personnel who can to fill in for a few days. Today, the number of professionals being hired on a contingent basis is on the rise....

Gone are the days when temporary labor meant the image of the "Kelly Girl," administrative personnel who can to fill in for a few days. Today, the number of professionals being hired on a contingent basis is on the rise.... http://www.coachingtip.com/2013/03/a-new-labor-model.html John Agno jagno444 2 1 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17551879138277614420-6bf9898e134a8f88a9db1cac7b8ff41b 2013-01-25T17:27:34.446-05:00

The DC Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling earlier this morning that calls into question hundreds of National Labor Relations Board decisions issued in 2012...

The DC Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling earlier this morning that calls into question hundreds of National Labor Relations Board decisions issued in 2012... http://smallbusiness.jdsupra.com/post/breaking-obamas-nlrb-recess-appointments-ruled-unconstitutional Adrian Lürssen alurssen217 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3515636987499911963-7a769308991556ec3aaec97bfbeb3878 2012-07-29T08:51:19.627-04:00

The renaissance of child labour in Europe

The renaissance of child labour in Europe http://www.thebeginner.eu/education/all-in-eu-education/890-murdering-education Ani Atanasova aatanasova087 2 1 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5703229250842561306-59b474c71c172fb8319bed9c72f521e6 2013-03-11T12:25:24.100-04:00

Generally, law does not provide remedies for workplace bullying, although new legislation may be introduced.

Generally, law does not provide remedies for workplace bullying, although new legislation may be introduced. http://www.lawfirms.com/resources/employment/employee-health-safety/workplace-bullying David Grey dgrey028 6 6 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14150183859640121698-7b92b0ebccbde6fb8b8f2b3981a136cd 2012-06-09T00:25:27.483-04:00

Unemployment in France touched 10.2% in April, a number last seen in 1999 according to data from Eurostat. The question on newly-elected President Francois Hollande's mind is what to do about it.

Unemployment in France touched 10.2% in April, a number last seen in 1999 according to data from Eurostat. The question on newly-elected President Francois Hollande's mind is what to do about it. http://www.alleconomists.com/2012/06/hollande-about-to-wreck-france-with.html Econ Grapher egrapher526 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4661242989413443354-ea3fc7cd32152f5df63d303633211ddc 2012-05-31T11:59:13.799-04:00

Yesterday, NLRB Acting General Counsel Lafe Solomon issued his third report on social media cases brought to the agency. And, it's a big mess for employers.

Yesterday, NLRB Acting General Counsel Lafe Solomon issued his third report on social media cases brought to the agency. And, it's a big mess for employers. http://www.ohioemployerlawblog.com/2012/05/nlrbs-position-on-social-media-policies.html Jonathan Hyman jhyman929 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4401787567091843890-14c2411d403fc33d3b9a082c5d7ea5e3 2012-05-31T13:42:56.385-04:00

Today’s updates on weekly unemployment claims and ADP’s estimate of private sector payrolls for May suggests that the labor market continues to grow. The expansion is modest and perhaps vulnerable to the ongoing turmoil linked to the euro crisis, and it's not likely to impress analysts, but the growth rolls on.

Today’s updates on weekly unemployment claims and ADP’s estimate of private sector payrolls for May suggests that the labor market continues to grow. The expansion is modest and perhaps vulnerable to the ongoing turmoil linked to the euro crisis, and it's not likely to impress analysts, but the growth rolls on. http://www.alleconomists.com/2012/05/slow-growth-still-prevails-in-labor.html Econ Grapher egrapher526 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8297333347541504891-dc685195124eb8bb82cd8ff19055451d 2013-02-15T13:39:23.926-05:00

Grey Law is dedicated to defending employee rights in Los Angeles. Call our employment attorney today. FREE Consults. (213) 984-2636

Grey Law is dedicated to defending employee rights in Los Angeles. Call our employment attorney today. FREE Consults. (213) 984-2636 http://www.greylaw.com/employment-law/ David Grey dgrey028 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5612077541021041977-cc6b91c9305e09bd1f013eb21f6f3c4e 2012-07-20T09:31:21.670-04:00

Imagine you’re a teenage girl working for low wages at a McDonald’s, and the male employees harass you at work by kissing you, touching your private areas, and forcing your hand onto the men’s private parts. Then, when you complain, the company fires you. What would you do?

Imagine you’re a teenage girl working for low wages at a McDonald’s, and the male employees harass you at work by kissing you, touching your private areas, and forcing your hand onto the men’s private parts. Then, when you complain, the company fires you. What would you do? http://www.johnhowleyesq.com/2/post/2012/07/mcdonalds-franchisee-to-pay-1-million-for-sexual-harassment.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 7 7 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15975313024261586836-349b9a561414ded8b24561075f3423bd 2011-05-21T22:22:44.456-04:00

Privacy at work, how much should you really expect? Most people don’t think twice about their rights in the workplace, especially young adults. There is a reasonable expectation of privacy in the workplace. Your private information should be secure—and you need to know what data can and can’t be kept about you, and also how to treat other employee’s personal and private information. Here we will explore everything from filling out a job application, to sending emails at work, including company surveillance.

Privacy at work, how much should you really expect? Most people don’t think twice about their rights in the workplace, especially young adults. There is a reasonable expectation of privacy in the workplace. Your private information should be secure—and you need to know what data can and can’t be kept about you, and also how to treat other employee’s personal and private information. Here we will explore everything from filling out a job application, to sending emails at work, including company surveillance. http://www.brighthub.com/office/career-planning/articles/117471.aspx Andrea Campbell acampbell792 337 336 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6194272879604231484-18f8cbe76c477bf5a836dfdd09375d6f 2012-03-15T13:09:26.983-04:00

Asking individuals to provide their login credentials and/or allow access to their accounts during job interviews – or requiring them to friend people in positions of authority in organizations – constitute Digital Era worst practices that need to stop. Fortunately, the practices aren’t widespread, but they should be nipped in the bud before more organizations act on the mistaken belief that it’s okay to engage in extreme invasions of privacy in a misguided attempt to manage their risks.

Asking individuals to provide their login credentials and/or allow access to their accounts during job interviews – or requiring them to friend people in positions of authority in organizations – constitute Digital Era worst practices that need to stop. Fortunately, the practices aren’t widespread, but they should be nipped in the bud before more organizations act on the mistaken belief that it’s okay to engage in extreme invasions of privacy in a misguided attempt to manage their risks. http://www.sminorgs.net/2012/03/demanding-access-to-individuals-social-networking-accounts-a-digital-era-worst-practice.html Courtney Hunt, PhD chuntphdphr339 13 13 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10750988212695168493-157e39adb36ad93a4493b1e924deb287 2012-07-25T07:56:36.489-04:00

A jury in Baltimore has awarded three women compensatory damages in amounts ranging from $4,000 to $10,000, plus punitive damages of $110,000 each, after finding that they had suffered sexual harassment and retaliation at the hands of their employer.

A jury in Baltimore has awarded three women compensatory damages in amounts ranging from $4,000 to $10,000, plus punitive damages of $110,000 each, after finding that they had suffered sexual harassment and retaliation at the hands of their employer. http://www.johnhowleyesq.com/2/post/2012/07/punitive-damages-for-sexual-harassment-and-retaliation.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 9 9 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11174012495282296437-0b1557b043d59f44f8a5435e6bd0ed3a 2012-08-10T23:09:43.650-04:00

The U.S. Attorney in New York has filed a lawsuit charging that New York City pays lower pension benefits than it should to Police Officers who take a leave of absence to serve in the military.

The U.S. Attorney in New York has filed a lawsuit charging that New York City pays lower pension benefits than it should to Police Officers who take a leave of absence to serve in the military. http://newyorkemploymentlawyer.blogspot.com/2012/08/feds-sue-nyc-for-shortchanging-nypd.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11121502184632153861-e1221b73bac637b76d97d774621bbc3f 2012-10-04T11:49:19.801-04:00

The JOBS Act can be seen as both a blessing and a curse for entrepreneurs. What you should know about the American Jobs Act?

The JOBS Act can be seen as both a blessing and a curse for entrepreneurs. What you should know about the American Jobs Act? http://www.noobpreneur.com/2012/10/04/what-entrepreneurs-need-to-know-about-the-jobs-act/ Ivan Widjaya iwidjaya482 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:906939494902156998-24aed89cb5443410793749a7e3b3faa7 2012-08-04T12:54:55.353-04:00

Whistleblowers will be paid $230,000 plus attorneys fees and costs for their role in uncovering more than $1 million in improper Medicare and Medicaid payments to the Mayo Clinic. The bounty will be paid as part of a $1.26-million settlement of a lawsuit alleging that the Mayo Clinic and three related entities submitted false claims to the government for surgical pathology services that were never actually provided.

Whistleblowers will be paid $230,000 plus attorneys fees and costs for their role in uncovering more than $1 million in improper Medicare and Medicaid payments to the Mayo Clinic. The bounty will be paid as part of a $1.26-million settlement of a lawsuit alleging that the Mayo Clinic and three related entities submitted false claims to the government for surgical pathology services that were never actually provided. http://www.john-howley.com/1/post/2012/08/whistleblowers-earn-230000-from-mayo-clinics-false-claims.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3065616666630578082-bf681fd02c84d83c9bd7950b33269480 2012-01-19T17:51:57.610-05:00

Self-employment in a globalised world can be both a survival strategy and a successful way to self-fulfillment

Self-employment in a globalised world can be both a survival strategy and a successful way to self-fulfillment http://www.thebeginner.eu/europe/all-in-employment-and-social/701-employment-security Ani Atanasova aatanasova087 15 14 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13443817675840226526-c45d324bbf4f053905dc0e2364a9fc75 2012-08-05T13:07:48.364-04:00

Banner Health has agreed to pay $255,000 to settle claims that it discriminated against an employee with an “intellectual disability” when it fired him instead of providing "supervision sensitive to his needs." This case is part of a new trend in intellectual and learning disability litigation emerging from amendments to the Americans with Disabilities Act that expanded the definition of disability.

Banner Health has agreed to pay $255,000 to settle claims that it discriminated against an employee with an “intellectual disability” when it fired him instead of providing "supervision sensitive to his needs." This case is part of a new trend in intellectual and learning disability litigation emerging from amendments to the Americans with Disabilities Act that expanded the definition of disability. http://www.johnhowleyesq.com/2/post/2012/08/intellectual-and-learning-disabilities-emerge-as-major-employment-discrimination-enforcement-trends.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1690716401356617630-3b717bb689ec8853f6c5504c40d52b17 2011-09-06T21:16:13.681-04:00

Do you know how to balance employee rights to worship/practice against the needs of your business? Read on...

Do you know how to balance employee rights to worship/practice against the needs of your business? Read on... http://smallbusiness.jdsupra.com/post/9899130620/religion-in-the-workplace-rights Adrian Lürssen alurssen217 33 33 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2576605239790367629-5d22c8b6b367e5036f3e47f7df26b457 2012-08-02T10:57:15.019-04:00

If you live in Maryland or Illinois, then you are protected by new "Facebook Laws" that prohibit employers from asking for the passwords to your social media accounts. These laws distinguish between what you put out there for public consumption and what you decide to keep private behind password-protected walls.

If you live in Maryland or Illinois, then you are protected by new "Facebook Laws" that prohibit employers from asking for the passwords to your social media accounts. These laws distinguish between what you put out there for public consumption and what you decide to keep private behind password-protected walls. http://www.johnhowleyesq.com/2/post/2012/08/states-pass-facebook-laws-to-protect-employee-privacy.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 25 25 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:930046592086921141-026326ff835520c938a50e68f305eefa 2012-08-08T15:51:12.269-04:00

http://johnhowleylawyer.blogspot.com/2012/08/toyota-dealership-settles-claims.html John Howley, Esq. jhowley106 6 6 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2615169782857881038-6899d9a231b94712e2b13574eff667bf 2011-11-09T10:18:59.287-05:00

Whether you’ve been pounding the pavement for months looking for a job or were handed a top-tier position on a silver platter, there are many things to...

Whether you’ve been pounding the pavement for months looking for a job or were handed a top-tier position on a silver platter, there are many things to... http://www.businessinsider.com/personal-due-diligence-and-protection-for-the-c-suite-executive-2011-11 Jotham S. Stein jstein428 10 9 0 1