Unsung Heroes: Celebrating the Small Victories in the Workplace The term “unsung hero” has been used to describe a variety of different people, ranging from the everyday person who is quietly making a difference in their community to a celebrity who has a lasting impact on their field. In the workplace, however, “unsung heroes” are […]

The Shady Investor Investing money is a major decision that can greatly affect your life. If you make a wrong decision, the consequences can be serious and long-lasting. That’s why it’s so important to do your due diligence and be sure that you are dealing with a legitimate party. The letter-writer who wrote to ask […]

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released a proposal to clarify that personal protective equipment (PPE) must fit construction workers properly. OSHA’s proposed rule aims to reduce workplace injuries and fatalities by ensuring that construction workers are properly protected from hazards while on the job. The proposed rule would require construction employers […]

Broad Social-Media Policy Doesn’t Preclude Unemployment Benefits In a recent ruling, the Nebraska Supreme Court affirmed that a worker fired for allegedly posting vulgar comments wasn’t disqualified from getting state unemployment benefits despite the employer’s broad social media policy. This ruling serves as a reminder to employers that having a broad social media policy does […]

The Illinois Labor Disputes Act (ILDA) is an important piece of legislation that affects employers and workers in the state. It sets forth the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees when it comes to labor disputes. The ILDA has recently been amended to further protect employers from certain liabilities and to better regulate the […]