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Workplace fatalities decline slightly

01/06/2025
Workplace fatalities declined 3.7% in 2023, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. On-the-job injuries caused 5,283 deaths in 2023, down from 5,486 the year before.

Prepare for Trump administration’s impact on DOL

01/06/2025
With each change in administration, there’s a change in how federal agencies operate. When President-elect Trump takes office Jan. 20, expect rapid change at the U.S. Department of Labor.

Manage a year’s worth of seasonal distractions

01/06/2025
Sure, the holidays are over—but January is simply the start of another year of holidays, vacations and seasonal celebrations that can divert employees’ attention from their work. Here are 12 unofficial “holidays” that staff will likely observe—even if they aren’t on the calendar.

Employer lessons from 2024’s worst employee lawsuits

01/03/2025
It’s a new HR year and we’re here with some important lessons from the top four employment lawsuits of 2024. Don’t repeat these employer mistakes.

What Trump administration could mean for employer-sponsored benefits, staffing and DEI

12/23/2024
The incoming Trump administration is expected to enact policy changes that could affect employer-sponsored benefits, according to the nonpartisan, nonprofit Kaiser Family Foundation. Beyond the benefits realm, new administration policies could restrict employers’ access to foreign-born workers and limit the reach of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

What’s next for the EEOC under the new administration?

12/23/2024
As the new Trump administration prepares to take office, we are taking a look at what changes to expect for each executive agency that affects employment law. These include the EEOC, the Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board. First up is the EEOC.

Promise you’ll heed this advice! Make professional New Year’s resolutions stick

12/23/2024
Here’s how to transform work-related New Year’s resolutions from good intentions into career-changers.

A 7-step survival guide for first-time managers

12/18/2024
Here is a seven-point guide to help rookie bosses quickly get control of the job, demonstrate competence and establish authority with a minimum of frustration.

Harness AI to make HR more efficient and effective

12/18/2024
HR professionals are uniquely poised to reap the transformative benefits of artificial intelligence. Here’s a look at key areas where AI is making a profound impact on HR functions.

Key priorities for HR professionals in 2025

12/18/2024
The HR field is poised for transformation in 2025, driven by innovation and evolving workforce dynamics. According to the 2025 Priorities & Predictions report from i4cp, a human capital think tank, forward-thinking HR leaders are looking to focus on strategies that balance technological advancements with human-centric practices.