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Remote Work and the WARN Act
Even though remote workers may be out of sight, they can’t be out of mind when it comes to WARN Act application.
The OWBPA Omission
It only takes one missing document to end up on the wrong side of an age discrimination suit. Don’t forget about OWBPA.
The $500K Mistake
We all make mistakes, right? Some of us have just never made one that cost $500K.
2021 In Review: Onwards and Upwards
As 2021 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the year’s most notable events and our biggest accomplishments.
A closer look at the Federal WARN Act
The Federal WARN Act is complex, and it's important to follow the proper procedures. Failure to adhere can be quite costly.
The Federal WARN Act Requirements
Do you understand the basics of the federal WARN Act? Here's a high-level breakdown.
AI in HR: Finding a hybrid approach
Technology has evolved to do things we could have never imagined.
21 Days vs. 45 Days & Other OWBPA Faux Pas
Now that we’ve explained OWBPA and how it applies to workers in the U.S., let’s review five faux pas when executing OWBPA.
American Jobs Plan: Key Employment Takeaways
On March 31, 2021, President Biden unveiled the proposed $2.7 trillion American Jobs Plan (AJP).
Unemployment rates suggest the future is not so female
As the clock struck midnight to usher in the new year, many people were optimistic that 2020 would soon be a blur in the rearview mirror.
New COVID-19 relief package broadens forgivable funds to include HR tech
Though the holidays have come and gone, small businesses may be eligible for a much-needed gift.
How to Terminate Employees with Grace
Though terminations are hardly elegant, they can be handled thoughtfully and graciously.
Severance Automation: Invest in Peace of Mind
Workforce reductions can quickly become one of those “wake me up when this is over” things, but they don’t have to be as agonizing as they sound.
A Friendly Furlough WARNing for Employers
We're all facing unusual levels of uncertainty as we deal with the wrath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Offboarding Karma: Turn Exiting Employees into Your Biggest Cheerleaders
Most employers tend to give their B-E-S-T when it comes to onboarding, but offboarding is rarely approached with the same enthusiasm.
The Functional 5: Best Practices for Reductions in Force
Let’s be real: reductions in force (RIFs) are unpleasant.
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Brace for [Adverse] Impact: EEOC Rules IBM Layoffs were Discriminatory
Reductions in force (RIFs). Layoffs. Downsizing. No matter what you call it, workforce reduction is no HR professional’s dream.
Gay, Lesbian & Transgender Workers Protected Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that employers who fire workers for being gay or transgender are in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Three Trends in Severance Pay & Benefits During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Like most businesses given the current climate, Onwards HR clients are facing financial pressures and having to make tough workforce decisions.