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A new survey by Willis Towers Watson (WTW) found that 72% of employees choose to stay with their employers. This is in contrast to recent periods when most workers were looking for new jobs, such as during the “Great Reshuffle” in 2022. WTW’s 2024 survey collected information from 10,000 U.S. employees working at medium andContinueContinue reading “Why More Employees Choose to Stay at Their Jobs”

The world of college baseball is often seen through the lens of glory on the field and the thrill of competition. However, behind the mask, catchers face a unique financial reality that isn’t often talked about. For college students and baseball enthusiasts alike, understanding how much college catchers make can be fascinating and eye-opening. HowContinueContinue reading “Behind the Mask: Understanding the Financial Life of College Catchers”

Federal law prohibits virtually all employers from compensating employees differently based on gender. Specifically, the Equal Pay Act (EPA) requires all employers to pay male and female employees equally if they perform “substantially equal” work in the same workplace. In addition, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits employers withContinueContinue reading “Are You Compliant with Federal Gender-based Pay Equity and Discrimination Laws?”

On July 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an unofficial version of the proposed prevention standard to protect workers from heat injury and illness. If finalized, the new standard would apply to all employers conducting indoor and outdoor work in all general industry, construction, maritime, andContinueContinue reading “OSHA Proposes Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard”

Significant changes in employment law have occurred at the federal, state, and local levels throughout 2024. A review of recent and proposed legislation reveals several emerging trends that will affect employers for the remainder of the year. Employers should ensure that they are apprised of significant legal developments and are either in compliance or preparedContinueContinue reading “10 Midyear Employment Law Compliance Trends for 2024”