AI tools are reshaping the hiring landscape—from resume scanning to video interviews—but are they putting your company at risk? If you’re using AI without understanding the legal and ethical implications, you could be violating EEOC guidelines or Michigan anti-discrimination laws. Here’s what you need to know to use hiring tech wisely and legally. Key Points: … Continue reading AI and Hiring: What Michigan Employers Need to Know in 2025
Poor performance isn’t just frustrating—it’s expensive. It can drag down morale, frustrate high-performing team members, and even cost your company in lost revenue, client satisfaction, and legal risk. Here’s what every manager, supervisor, and business owner needs to know about the real cost of tolerating underperformance—and what to do about it. Key Points: The Ripple … Continue reading The Hidden Costs of Poor Performance—and How to Fix It
Staying compliant isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about being proactive, protecting your business, and leading your team with clarity. As we move through 2025, several legal trends are emerging that could significantly impact the way organizations handle HR. From wage and hour laws to AI in hiring, here are five (5) key legal shifts to … Continue reading HR Compliance Watch: 5 HR Laws to Watch in 2025
It’s a busy season for HR legislation, and businesses are exposed to even more risk than ever if not staying current. Federal HR Changes: DOL audits are increasing around wage and hour classifications. Pay transparency trends are sweeping across states. OSHA is now emphasizing mental health in workplace safety. Michigan-Specific Updates: Minimum wage is now … Continue reading ⚖️ May 2025 HR Compliance Updates: What You Need to Know
Michigan Minimum Wage and Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Updates Alert from Feb 21, 2025 – (According to Attorney Reid, Honigman) Late on February 20, 2025, the Michigan Legislature passed changes to the Earned Sick Time Act (“ESTA”) and minimum wage law. Governor Whitmer is expected to sign the amendments into law today, February 21, … Continue reading Michigan Minimum Wage and Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Updates
1. To uncover costly issues before they become unmanageable; such as harassment, FMLA mistakes, employee classification issues, employee pay inequities, hiring violations, bullying, inconsistencies in disciplines, etc. 2. To help ensure compliance with important HR regulations. HR audit services can help you ensure you’re avoiding any potential fines or penalties. 3. To stay up-to-date with … Continue reading 5 Crucial Reasons to Conduct an HR Audit
Stress and anxiety related to working during COVID-19 According to Business.com, the COVID-19 pandemic has compounded the existing challenges associated with stress and anxiety in the workplace. For some, the realities of working in public during a global pandemic raise significant health and safety concerns. For others, working from home carries challenges of its own. … Continue reading Assess Your Stress Level for COVID-19 Related Mental Stress and Anxiety
Unconscious bias can affect our decisions in all areas of life, but especially in the workplace. In this article we explore 3 common types of biases, and how to reduce their impact. We may try to be as objective as possible when making important decisions, especially when our decisions relate to work. However, as human beings, … Continue reading Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
Let’s face it, discussing politics can be tense. During this time period, employees may be more apt to discuss politics as well as disagree on various topics related to political issues. Tempers can flare and productivity can suffer. Below are 5 ways to reduce potentially heated political conversations in the workplace. Ensure Managers are trained to avoid political conversations/discussions … Continue reading 5 Ways To Deal With Politics in the Workplace
Must employers provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA in response to the pandemic coronavirus situation? According to JAN (the Job Accommodation Network), the answer is YES. JAN announced it is hearing from many employers who are inquiring about their responsibilities under the ADA to accommodate employees who have concerns about exposure to the coronavirus. Per JAN, … Continue reading Is coronavirus considered a disability under ADA?
