Ryan Ellis

As part of your job as a Human Resources executive, you often come across situations which can be difficult to navigate both from a legal and personal perspective. This blog post is devoted to discussing the delicate subject of having one’s partner undergo a background check for your work assignment and answering related questions. We […]

The future of the Department of Labor and the United States of America is in jeopardy. Will Julie Su become the next Secretary of Labor? It’s hard to say. This question has been on many minds since the news that a committee had advanced Su’s nomination Wednesday, but it remains to be seen whether she

When Fitness-for-Duty Examinations Are Allowed As an HR professional, your primary responsibility is to ensure that your employees are able to perform their job safely and efficiently. Part of this responsibility includes conducting fitness-for-duty examinations to ensure that employees are physically and mentally capable of performing their job-related duties. However, it is important to understand

The recent decision by the Supreme Court of Illinois in regards to the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) has huge implications for HR professionals and organizations alike. The court’s ruling, that claims under BIPA accrue on each scan or collection, allows for individuals to be awarded per-scan damages if their biometric privacy rights have

As one of the world’s largest employers and a Fortune 500 company, Walmart is a powerhouse in the retail industry. Recently, the company announced that it is making changes to its operations across the United States, cutting more than 2,300 warehouse workers. Cuts have hit distribution centers in Texas and Pennsylvania, as information about the

The news of Packer Sanitation Services Inc. (PSSI) violating child labor laws is alarming and deeply concerning to all of us in the human resources field. Child labor is an issue that should never be taken lightly and as a Human Resources executive of a Fortune 500 company, I am committed to raising awareness of

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency responsible for enforcing workplace discrimination laws. The EEOC has been a powerful tool for ensuring that employers comply with federal laws and treat employees fairly. Recently, news has been circulating about changes to come in EEOC enforcement, indicating that employers should expect a shift

Banks and credit unions alike have long had to abide by strict hiring restrictions when it comes to potential employees with criminal records. This has been a point of contention for many, as it is seen as unfair to those who have already paid their debt to society and are simply trying to start anew.

Public statements about social injustices can be a powerful way to express solidarity and commitment to change. However, for Human Resources professionals, these statements should not be taken lightly. Research shows that such statements can have a negative effect in the workplace due to a variety of reasons. This blog post will discuss the pros