Prescription painkiller abuse is taking an enormous toll at work. It’s costing billions in missed workdays and productivity and also driving up health care and workers’ compensation costs. Yet the stigma of drug abuse prevents employees and employers alike from addressing the issue. Here’s how you can help.
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Milwaukee Area Employment Law Attorney: 200 South Executive Drive, Suite 101 Brookfield, WI 53005 Phone: 262-241-8444
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Florida Statute Preempts Miami Beach Minimum Wage Ordinance, Court Finds
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Google Wins Round One in Fair Pay Act Litigation
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It’s back to the drawing board for employees who brought a class action against Google, alleging that the company...
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Complex wage and hour laws are the source of both many headaches for HR and many class-action lawsuits from...
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Policy Requiring Recovery of Draw Payments from Terminated Employees Violates FLSA
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An employer that has a written policy of continuing to hold employees liable for unearned draw payments after their...
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Tying Health Plan Premiums to Salary Can Aid Lower-Paid Earners
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More employers are considering health plan premium tiers that base employees’ contributions for health coverage on their pay level....
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Play or Pay: Rising Penalties' Role in Complying with the ACA
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Every year the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is in effect, some employers must decide whether they will play according...
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7 Tips for Managing Your Company's 401(k)
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While the 401(k) still offers lots of options and opportunities for companies and employees, HR leaders who have to...
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Viewpoint: Firing an Employee with FMLA Leave and Unexcused Absences
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Can an employee certified for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave but who takes plenty more absences for...
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