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Free Webinar Making Predictions About Federal Agencies in 2013

While there remains some lingering uncertainty, the recent elections did lend some clarity to an evolving regulatory landscape. Now that the dust has settled, what can we expect from a second term for the current Administration? And with additional gridlock … Continue reading

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Should An Employer Use Criminal Record Checks? Part 2

The post below is Part 2 of my law partner, Bert Brannen’s tips to safely using criminal record checks in the context of increased regulatory scrutiny. 3. Revise The Inquiries On Your Employment Application. The EEOC Guidance strongly discourages employers … Continue reading

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Changing Demographics and Personal Philosphy Affect Recruiting and Managing Newer Workers

We talk regularly about Generation Y, X, Z or whatever, and the obvious ethnic changes in the U.S.  However, consider the increase in “individualism” and “me” philosophy these days.  When recruiting for traditionally dirty or demanding or positions requiring long hours, … Continue reading

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