Delaware Enacts Pay Transparency Law – On Sept. 26, 2025, Delaware enacted a law requiring employers to include salary or wage ranges and benefits information in job postings. The law takes effect on Sept. 26, 2027, and applies to employers with 26 or more employees.
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During the fall and winter months, respiratory viruses tend to spread more widely. Common respiratory viruses include the common cold, influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19. Although some people have mild symptoms when they catch a virus, others get sick enough to be hospitalized, especially older or higher-risk adults.
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The gig economy is a system in which organizations engage individuals, often through digital platforms or intermediaries, for temporary or task-based work, rather than relying solely on full- and part-time employees. It’s quickly becoming a key component of the world economy. Organizations are increasingly turning to gig workers to meet labor demands, especially as they navigate shrinking budgets and evolving workforce expectations.
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In recent years, there have been significant changes in employee leave laws at the state level as states continue to pass and expand leave laws. As leave entitlements expand, numerous leave law trends have emerged.
In particular, states have implemented new paid sick leave (PSL) and paid family and medical leave (PFML) programs. Other states have updated their PSL and PFML laws to stay current with the provisions of the newer laws. Other significant trends include state PSL ballot measures, expanded reasons for leave, expanded definitions of “family member,” and the redesigning of state PFML laws to work with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Another particularly interesting trend has been the emergence of voluntary paid family leave insurance programs.
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Question: I’ve heard of “employment at-will.” Can you tell me what it means, and is there any state in the U.S. that isn’t an “at-will” state?
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When the COVID-19 pandemic forced organizations to rethink the traditional office, hybrid work quickly emerged as a practical solution. Employees adapted to remote tools and flexible schedules, while employers experimented with new policies to maintain productivity and engagement.
What began as a temporary response has now evolved into a long-term reality. Some studies have found that 12% of employees now work fully remotely, while 28% work in a hybrid arrangement. In other words, a significant share of workplaces are actively supporting hybrid teams and refining this model for the long haul. This shift raises important questions for employers: How should hybrid work be structured? What does the future look like? How can organizations position themselves to succeed in this evolving landscape?
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California’s Minimum Wage Rate to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026 – On Aug. 1, 2025, the California Department of Finance (the Department) announced that the state’s hourly minimum wage will increase to $16.90 per hour on Jan. 1, 2026. The new rate will apply to all employers, regardless of how many individuals they employ.
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A workplace environment can be crucial in shaping employee productivity, retention, and overall job satisfaction. While optimism among a workforce can help create a great workplace culture, pessimistic employees can quietly erode even the most well-intentioned work environments. A pessimistic workplace occurs when negativity and expectations for poor outcomes are prevalent. Employees focus on what could go wrong, feel that hard work won’t have positive results, and have a general sense of despair and indifference. This mindset can have devastating impacts on an organization.
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As small and medium-sized businesses compete amid ongoing talent challenges, often with fewer resources than larger companies, they may need to get creative in their attraction and hiring efforts. Employee referral programs allow existing employees to recommend candidates for open positions. Employees tend to carefully consider possible referrals because they feel accountable to the organization and the person they refer.
These programs are a popular recruiting strategy due to their low cost but potential for high impact. An effective employee referral program can save time, money, and other resources during hiring.
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