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Do medical marijuana laws protect usage by employees?	Brief article	Nov 1, 2010	254
Medical marijuana testing issues smolder.	Brief article	Nov 1, 2010	276
The marijuana exception: people who use marijuana for medical conditions, as permitted in 14 states and Washington, D.C., may be shielded from prosecution--but employers can still enforce zero-tolerance policies.	Case overview	Nov 1, 2010	1859
A leave law that just won't go away: technology and outsourcing can help alleviate the paperwork burden associated with the Family and Medical Leave Act.		Jul 1, 2010	2131
Campus violence reveals background screening flaws.	Brief article	May 1, 2010	271
Police, firefighter exams challenge employers.		Mar 1, 2010	360
U.S. manufacturers starving amid plenty.		Dec 1, 2009	414
Work readiness credentials gain popularity with employers.		Dec 1, 2009	519
Accommodating sex transformations: transition plans can smooth the rough spots when gender identities change.		Oct 1, 2009	1824
Sharing work--and unemployment benefits; In 18 states, workers whose hours are cut to part time become eligible for unemployment benefits.		Jul 1, 2009	2013
Leave law spurs policy changes: revision of the Family and Medical Leave Act creates opportunities for positive change.		Mar 1, 2009	1034
Sexual equity in the workplace: leaders of pioneering companies identify reasons for having a workplace open to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees--and steps to create such environments.		Sep 1, 2008	3029
Noble headache: the Family and Medical Leave Act achieves a high purpose--at a price.		Jul 1, 2008	3119
Guard against FLSA claims: Fair Labor Standards Act lawsuits are increasing. Are your classifications in order?		Apr 1, 2008	2084
More states take on immigration reform: a growing list of state and local governments are adopting diverse immigration policies, requiring businesses to take more care in hiring.		Jan 1, 2008	2491
California, the bellwether: progressive employment laws and court decisions from the Golden State often influence state laws and company policies in the rest of the nation.		Dec 1, 2007	2818
Employers prepare to keep, not lose, baby boomers.		Dec 1, 2007	797
Vermont helps poor workers help selves: generational poverty creates special needs.		Nov 1, 2007	646
Full disclosure: the law requiring sex offenders to register their presence in a community can present HR with complex--but manageable--retention issues.		Sep 1, 2007	2347
Don't let dormant policies lie: workplace rules that are ignored or applied unevenly could undermine your business and expose your company to costly lawsuits.		Jul 1, 2007	1878
Setting the records straight: employee requests to see personnel records often signal that litigation is ahead.		Jun 1, 2007	2358
States weather storm of health care legislation.		Mar 1, 2007	971
Immigration will be hot issue for states: paid sick leave, minimum wage also up for debate.		Mar 1, 2007	1107
HR caught up in work safety vs. gun rights.		Jan 1, 2007	928
States mandate paid leave for Family Caregivers.		Nov 1, 2006	1171
Mystery shoppers can improve recruitment.		Nov 1, 2006	518
'Wal-Mart' health care law overturned.		Sep 1, 2006	595
States enact own laws restricting immigrants.		Aug 1, 2006	1057
Raid on 'shadow economy' unnerves U.S. employers.		Jun 1, 2006	698
Drug testing falls out of employers' favor.		Jun 1, 2006	978
How to say no after saying yes: you can rescind job offers, but be sure to minimize your legal risks and keep communication open.		Apr 1, 2006	2715
USERRA rules on retirement, health need a closer look.		Mar 1, 2006	574
Wage hikes, health on state law agendas.		Mar 1, 2006	635
States take on effort to reform health care.		Feb 1, 2006	623
Legislatures struggle to break barriers to HSAs.		Nov 1, 2005	857
Employers find smooth sailing in PTO waters.		Sep 1, 2005	1222
Helping workers fool drug tests is a big business.		Aug 1, 2005	588
Liability for employee identity theft is growing.		Jun 1, 2005	616
Workplace readiness credential tested.		May 1, 2005	621
GPS on rise; Workers' complaints may follow.		Apr 1, 2005	806
Just desserts: free meals can create camaraderie while thanking employees for a job well done.		Mar 1, 2005	1724
Advocates for the disabled seek overhaul of ADA.		Feb 1, 2005	1158
HR professionals stymied by vanishing job references.		Nov 1, 2004	1299
Job detectives dig deep for defamation.		Oct 1, 2004	1034
Are you sure you're 404(c) compliant? Meeting safe-harbor provisions to minimize liability for 401(k) losses may be harder than you think.		Sep 1, 2004	2053
9-11 panel eyes national standard for preparedness.		Jul 1, 2004	1036
Smoking and workplace laws ensnaring HR.		Jun 1, 2004	585
State lawmakers tackle job 'offshoring': legislators seek to Anchor positions in U.S.		May 1, 2004	921
States cracking down on driving and phoning.		Apr 1, 2004	642
States and cities square off over living wage laws.		Mar 1, 2004	566
A duty to inform: delay reporting allegations of child or elder abuse even--for internal investigations--and you could land in jail.		Sep 1, 2003	2160
Put success in sight: show employees the link between their jobs and company goals, and then reward them for helping your firm hit the mark. (Compensation Special Report).		May 1, 2003	2170
Legislation debated to ease small business health care purchasing. (HR News).		Apr 1, 2003	482
Cash vs. non-cash rewards: in the land of employee rewards, cash isn't necessarily king. (Awards & Incentives Agenda).		Apr 1, 2003	1807
Equality's latest frontier: more companies are knocking down barriers pertaining to employees with nontraditional gender identities--and for good business reasons. (Diversity).		Mar 1, 2003	2338
Are your employee drug tests accurate? (Safety and Health).		Jan 1, 2003	2331
An acute condition: too few nurses; Employers show how to attract specialized workers when they're in tight supply. (Agenda: Employment & Staffing).		Dec 1, 2002	1787
Workplace safety's ergonomic twist: whether the rules come from the states at ultimately the federal government, HR will have a hand in implementing them. (Ergonomics).		Oct 1, 2002	2240
And stay out! using restraining orders can be an effective and proactive way of preventing workplace violence. (Safety & Security).		Aug 1, 2002	1767