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CFA Institute CEO resigns amid backlash over DEI policies

Margaret Franklin's departure comes after members complained about controversial diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

New York City Employers Face Expanded Leave Requirements Amid Winter Storms

Amended Earned Safe and Sick Time Act grants workers more unpaid leave options during emergencies

Court Orders Trial on Enforceability of Arbitration Clause in Security Guard's WARN Act Claims

New York federal court finds factual disputes on whether parties mutually agreed to arbitration provision

Next Wave Promotions Expands Leadership Team

The company plans to double its leadership team to support continued growth and internal talent development.

Study Finds 'Corporate Bullshit' Receptivity Linked to Worse Workplace Performance

New Cornell research reveals employees impressed by vague jargon may struggle with practical decision-making.

Amazon Dodges Leftover Claims in Staten Island Labor Dispute

NLRB dismisses remaining allegations against Amazon in long-running union organizing case

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.

Centerview Settles Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

Investment bank avoids trial that would have exposed intense work culture demands

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 York Amends 'Trapped at Work Act' with Clarifications

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

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.