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NRI Named One of EBN's Best HR Teams for 2026

Leading business and technology solutions consultancy recognized for its people-first approach and commitment to employee experience.

PepsiCo Defeats Lawsuit Over Health Plan's Smoker Fee

Judge rules company's quit-smoking program satisfies ERISA requirements.

HR Acuity Joins Workday Innovation Partner Program

Integration brings unified approach to employee relations management

NYC Expands Employee Time Off Rights with ESSTA Amendments

New rules require additional unpaid leave, more qualifying reasons, and updated notice requirements for employers

New York Court Allows Companies to Amend Answer in Wage Dispute

Employee granted limited discovery on exemption defenses before summary judgment motions can be refiled

New Book 'Lift' Advocates for Human-Focused Mentorship in the AI Era

Leadership strategist Amy Summers outlines a framework for integrating relationship-based leadership into modern organizations.

NY 'Trapped at Work Act' Amended, Scope Narrowed and Effective Date Delayed

New law prohibiting 'employment promissory notes' as a condition of employment now applies only to 'employees' and includes additional carve-outs.

CFGMS Announces Fernando Pedrero as Assistant VP, Manager of Underwriter Academy

Pedrero will oversee new hires and lead training for the company's expanding underwriting team.

Labor Dept. Settles Allegations Over BBQ Chain's ESOP

Executives to pay $1 million to employee stock ownership plan, reduce ESOP debt by $14 million.

New NYC Law Grants Millions More Paid Time Off

Employers must provide 32 additional unpaid protected hours per year starting Sunday

High-Achieving Employee Stops Overachieving After Punishment

Employee decides to only meet minimum requirements after boss reprimands him for falling one case short on a sick day

New Video Podcast 'Call HR' Features Unfiltered Conversations with HR Leaders

CEO Michelle Volberg launches the first podcast dedicated to the real stories behind talent and people leadership at the world's most influential companies.

NYC Pension Funds Sue AT&T Over Workforce Data Disclosure

Investors allege telecom giant violated securities law by excluding diversity report proposal from proxy vote.

New York Amends 'Trapped at Work Act' with Clarifications

Revisions to the law provide more time for employers to review and adjust affected agreements.

New York Court Denies Nurses Union's Request for Emergency Payment Order

Ruling finds union failed to show court jurisdiction under Norris-LaGuardia Act

BenefitHub Named Employee Benefits Platform of the Year Again

This marks the second consecutive year the company has received the top honor from HRM Outlook Magazine.

Workplace Recordings in the Digital Age: Balancing Employee Rights and Employer Protections

Federal and state laws create a patchwork of consent requirements for workplace recordings, posing compliance challenges for employers.

New York Court Denies Dismissal of Unpaid Wages Lawsuit Against Overdrive Espresso

Coffee technician alleges company failed to provide accurate wage statements and notices

Osmosis Announces Strategic Leadership Appointments

New President, COO, VP of Marketing, and Director of Wellness to drive brand growth and innovation

Municipal Credit Union Promotes 60 Branch Employees

Expanded service roles aim to improve customer experience at NYC locations.