There are many adages out there about circumstances just not adding up. Two of my favorites are …
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Employment Law Issues
10 Reasons Why Workers Comp Benefits are Denied
Sometimes, employers and TPAs must deny benefits. Here's why. Contrary to the opinions of …
Minnesota Must Pay 467K to Settle Age Discrimination Claims by Workers
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has been ordered to pay $467,000 to resolve …
Minnesota Must Pay 467K to Settle Age Discrimination Claims by WorkersRead More
Supreme Court Rules Employers Liable for Discriminatory Firing
Employers can be held liable for discriminatory conduct even if the individual responsible for the …
Supreme Court Rules Employers Liable for Discriminatory FiringRead More
Iowa Woman Wins 2.3 Million Lawsuit against Employer
A 55-year-old Iowa woman will receive more than $2.3 million from her lawsuit against her …
Iowa Woman Wins 2.3 Million Lawsuit against EmployerRead More
Only Non-Smokers Hired at Detroit Hospitals
Three Michigan hospitals are among health systems that state they will only hire tobacco-free …
Discrimination against 151 Minorities Leads to $700,000 Settlement
Federal contractor InterCall will pay $700,000 in back wages, interest and benefits to 151 minority …
Discrimination against 151 Minorities Leads to $700,000 SettlementRead More
Mine Safety Administration Wants Changes in Exam Requirements
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is proposing to revise its requirements for …
Mine Safety Administration Wants Changes in Exam RequirementsRead More
New Zealand Reminds Younger Employees of Their Workplace Rights
New Zealand high school and tertiary students are being reminded to make sure theyre aware of their …
New Zealand Reminds Younger Employees of Their Workplace RightsRead More
Yukon Safety Officer Sues CBC Over Malicious Web Post
A safety inspector in the Yukon is suing the CBC for publishing what he says is a malicious and …
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Australia Company Fined in Worker Death
A Liverpool company has been fined $100,000 and ordered to pay WorkCover’s legal costs after …
British Union Argues Over Sick Pay
UNISON, the UK’s largest union, has issued a challenge to public sector employers to …
Connecticut Considers Captive Audience Bill
Connecticut lawmakers are again mulling over legislation that would prohibit an employer from …
Know the Basic Types of Drug Testing
Most employers understand the importance of drug testing to prevent both workers compensation …
Federal Employee Illness and Injury Record Keeping Costs Staggering
Do you have any idea how much time and money U.S. employers spend when it comes to federal employee …
Federal Employee Illness and Injury Record Keeping Costs StaggeringRead More
Nine Times It is OK to Gather Genetic Information
As of Jan. 17, federal regulations making it illegal for employers to discriminate against workers …
Employee Dismissals over Facebook Posts
The British Columbia Labor Relations Board has upheld the dismissal of a pair of car dealership …
How To Face An EEOC Claim Only Once Every 400 Years
The federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reports that claims filed by employees …
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NEW ZEALAND Workers Comp 101 Basics
New Zealand is unique in having a national “no fault" accident compensation scheme (termed …
Unexpected Benefits From Government Regulation
Since WWII, many new programs, state and federal, regulating disability have been added to workers …
