New Year, New Rules: The Biggest Workplace Laws Taking Effect in 2026
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Monthly Archives: January 2026
What the Supreme Court said about employment law in 2025
The justices handed down a verdict that could prove to be one of their most consequential for the discipline...
Companies reinvest AI productivity gains into more automation
In the search for greater ROI, businesses are using AI to further automate research and upskilling, according to EY.
Digital surveillance may increase worker anxiety, injuries
On top of concerns about how such tools can limit employers’ ability to assess performance, other studies point to...
Keeping Employee Engagement High After the Holidays
The holiday season can provide a much-needed boost of energy and togetherness, but that enthusiasm often fades once January...
Taking a Look at Workforce Wellness Trends for HR to Explore in 2026
Tumultuous periods are frequently followed by efforts to narrow down on self-preservation, and in 2026, we expect that workforce...
33 Top HR Conferences To Attend in 2026
Attending HR conferences is a great investment for staying up to date with HR trends, networking with peers and experts,...
New Jersey Doubles Down on Disparate Impact as Federal Enforcement Pulls Back
At a moment when federal agencies are actively dismantling disparate impact enforcement as a policy matter, New Jersey just went in the opposite direction – loudly, deliberately, and in writing. Last month, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights finalized new rules that spell out how disparate impact claims
Survey Finds Many Job Seekers in Search of Better Benefits Packages
A new survey finds that job seekers still value compensation most when sizing up a would-be employer, but also...
How to keep health care costs predictable
Kaiser Permanente’s integrated care and coverage make health care costs more predicta ble.
Navigating the Hybrid Horizon: Evaluating Attitudes Towards RTO Policies in 2026
A brand new year brings us one step closer to brand new policies and new investigations into the future...
Is Microsoft preparing for mass layoffs in 2026?
As we enter the first quarter of the year, Microsoft layoffs in 2026 are fast-becoming a focal point of...
5 Common Performance Review Mistakes That You Can Fix in 2026
Performance reviews can be tricky business, especially when an employee’s career hinges on their results. These potential mistakes that...
Strategies for Coping with Layoff Anxiety and Overcoming the Fear of Losing Your Job
We stand at the dawn of 2026, with a new year of opportunities before us. With the job market...
CFPB shifts on EWA policy, again
Certain employer-partnered earned wage access products aren’t subject to U.S. lending laws, the bureau said, formally discarding a 2024...
10 California employment law changes on tap for 2026
The new year gives Golden State employers plenty to wrap their heads around, from new workplace notice requirements to...