Compliance and Policy

Compliance crisis: A recap of HR’s challenging year

From social media to the emergence of and lack of regulations around AI and a new federal administration, HR had its compliance work cut out for it this year.

What happens when HR execs violate their own policies?

What happens when the people responsible for enforcing workplace conduct policies are the ones accused of violating these policies?

The latest on SHRM: When litigation raises tough questions about culture

Recent employment litigation against HR association SHRM, including last week's $11.5 million verdict in a racial discrimination suit, highlights how lawsuits can expose ongoing culture problems.

Fiduciary time bombs: What Fortune 500 lawsuits reveal about HR’s rising risk

A perfect storm of Supreme Court decisions, aggressive litigation and emerging technologies is exposing HR executives to unprecedented legal liability, according to a recent report from Mercer.

Employee leave in 2026: A compliance perfect storm

The new year brings definitional changes that may create operational challenges, especially for companies with HRIS systems that can’t easily adapt to regional variations in employee leave.

Employers aren’t prepared for rising labor activity, report shows; what is HR’s role?

A quarter of employers whose workplaces are not fully unionized report labor activity over the past two years, but only 9% of non-unionized employers feel very prepared to effectively respond.

Is HR liable for AI in hiring? Plus, news from Asana, ServiceNow and more

Shopping for new solutions after HR Tech? The recent lawsuit against Workday shines a spotlight on the future of AI in hiring, raising thinking points for employers that rely on third-party recruiting platforms.

Resilient by design: How HR can navigate disruption with speed, compliance and confidence

HR teams that pair disciplined compliance management with agentic automation, AI‑driven scheduling and real‑time insight can respond faster to changing conditions. Here's an action plan from an expert.

Could return of short-term health insurance provide relief to some employers?

A non-enforcement strategy, announced recently by the U.S. Labor Department with two other federal departments, may allow some organizations more flexibility.

What can HR learn from watching trade negotiations?

International trade and employee relations may seem like two distinct areas, but there is plenty for HR to learn, writes Wharton expert Peter Cappelli.

How the new federal spending law affects overtime, tips and more

Experts say the new legislation courtesy of the "Big, Beautiful Bill" will challenge employers to adapt their existing overtime and hourly compensation strategies.

How employee relations teams can lead as regulations quickly shift

Every new executive order and EEOC guidance creates a fundamental shift in how claims, whether related to discrimination or retaliation, will be handled, this employee relations expert writes. Here's how to keep up.

Workplace Compliance Trends for 2025

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:00 pm ET

Register for this webinar and prepare your team for the workplace compliance challenges of 2025 and beyond.

Workplace raids are coming under Trump. How can HR prepare?

Immigration was a cornerstone of President Donald Trump’s campaign, and in his first days in office, it has continued to dominate the headlines.

5 things HR leaders need to know about the EU Pay Transparency Directive

This expert shares insights from her time spent in Europe learning about the directive, which largely affects any organization with even a single employee in the EU.

What HR leaders can expect from Trump’s picks for DOL leadership

The Trump administration announced two Department of Labor appointments, including former EEOC Commissioner Keith Sonderling, who will shape workplace rules and enforcement. Here's what to expect.

Rely on foreign workers? 4 suggestions for HR leaders as Trump takes office

If your business depends on foreign workers, here are steps you and your HR team can take to protect employees and the organization, according to an employment attorney.

AI in hiring: Former EEOC commissioner shares 4 insights in recent webinar

Keith Sonderling says that while there are limitations around AI in hiring, with the right safeguards in place, the tech can be a powerful force for fairness.

What HR leaders can do to help autistic employees succeed

Organizations, HR leaders and other employees have important roles in accepting autistic employees and helping them thrive.

Trump, Harris and AI: What will the presidential election mean for HR?

At HR Tech, former EEOC Commissioner Keith Sonderling said the presidential election will "drastically" change the landscape for HR, no matter who wins.