Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations
After an employer receives a complaint regarding illegal discrimination or another prohibited activity that warrants workplace investigations, it must carefully take steps to resolve the situation. Responding quickly and efficiently to such claims can help the company avoid potential liability and take action to ensure that the prohibited conduct ceases immediately. Workplace investigations also help […]
Investigating High-Level Executives
Executive investigations are particularly complex because they can have a dramatic impact on the company. It is generally recommended that when a company executive is involved in an investigative matter, an outside firm should always be used for the sake of transparency and integrity. The consequences of an executive investigation can stir up disfunction and rumors throughout a company […]
The Cultural Iceberg Explained
In today’s global marketplace, understanding cultural dynamics is more important than ever. Having a good understanding of cultural influences can help employers and human resources managers avoid taking adverse action against individuals based on cultural misunderstandings. Analogy of Cultural Iceberg Icebergs peak over the water, revealing just a small portion of their total mass. Culture […]
Mental Health Considerations in The Workplace
Mental health in the workplace is a topic that employers and human resource managers must be familiar with. They must understand the problems that may arise due to issues concerning mental health in the workplace. Additionally, they must understand the rights of workers experiencing mental health issues in the workplace. Symptoms in the Workplace According […]
Discrimination Under Title VII
All employers and human resource managers should be knowledgeable about Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This federal law applies to employers with 15 or more employees and provides the foundation for prohibited discrimination in the workplace. Many state laws are modeled after Title VII, but they may provide further protections and […]
Retaliation Claims in The Workplace
One of the most common types of claims that workers allege is retaliation claims. For example, when a government employee reports illegal actions by their employer and is consequently treated poorly. Employers and human resource managers must take care to avoid retaliation claims based on their response to a workplace complaint. Protected Activity Federal law, which covers […]
Federal Employment Anti-Discrimiation Laws
Several essential anti-discrimination laws dictate the employment relationship. Employers and human resource managers must be aware of anti-discrimination laws to stay compliant and avoid exposing the company to liability. Some fundamental laws include: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Title VII is one of the most significant anti-discrimination laws. It prohibits employers from altering […]
