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2026

Q & A

Q: How should a practice handle employees who are speaking negatively in the office?

2026

Safeguarding the Workplace: Identifying and Preventing Suicidal Behavior

With many Americans spending the majority of their waking hours working—whether in a physical office or remotely—employers occupy a unique vantage point. Co-workers are often the first to notice when

2026

Did You Know

Did you know Illinois recently expanded unemployment eligibility?

Did you know Minnesota posed guidance on the 2026 meal and rest break amendments?

2025

Addressing Employee Performance Issues: A Practical, Compliant Approach

HR Best Practice
✔ Address performance issues early and document consistently.
✔ Focus on objective, job-related expectations—not assumptions.
✔ Use informal supports (training, coaching, flexibility) before moving

HR Matters

Q & A

Q: What are the key best practices employers should follow when terminating an employee?
A: Even in at-will employment states, terminations should be handled thoughtfully and with preparation. Employers

HR Matters

What’s New

California Requires “Workplace Know Your Rights Act” Notice—due by February 1, 2026
Under California’s new “Workplace Know Your Rights Act” (Senate Bill 294), employers are required to provide employees

2025

What’s New

Washington Supreme Court Expands Who Can Sue Under Pay Transparency Law
On September 4, 2025, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled that anyone who applies to a specific job

2025

Did You Know

Did you know Illinois recently expanded unemployment eligibility?

Did you know Minnesota posed guidance on the 2026 meal and rest break amendments?

2025

Did You Know?

Did you know Illinois recently expanded unemployment eligibility?

Did you know Minnesota posed guidance on the 2026 meal and rest break amendments?

2025

What’s New

Wage Deduction Transparency Law Enacted for Oregon Employers
Oregon law requires employers to provide employees with itemized wage statements on each regular payday. These statements must include key details

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Safeguarding the Workplace: Identifying and Preventing Suicidal Behavior

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Addressing Employee Performance Issues: A Practical, Compliant Approach

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