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Articles by Amanda McCloskey
Evolving AI Tools and Reliance in the Workplace: Key Developments Employers Need to Know
It started as merely trying out artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Now, more and more employers (and their employees) are relying on AI for their everyday operations, including drafting emails and summaries, screening and ranking applicants, managing employee performance, and answering routine questions. This expanded role has changed AI from a casual acquaintance into a new “co-worker” that can influence employment decisions, outcomes, and experiences.
New Leaders, New Focus: Navigating EEOC Updates | JD Supra
Since taking office, President Trump has issued a flurry of terminations and appointments at different administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). As many expected, President Trump quickly appointed Commissioner Andrea Lucas as the Acting Chair of the EEOC. However, President Trump then fired two Democratic members of the EEOC, Commissioners Charlotte A. Burrows and Jocelyn Samuels.
Texas Federal Judge Strikes Down Minimum Salary Increases for White Collar and Highly Compensated Exemptions From Overtime, Again | JD Supra
For the second time in less than ten years, a federal judge in Texas has vacated and set aside the Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) attempt to raise the minimum salary thresholds to the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (“FLSA”) overtime exemptions.
High Court Update: Recent US Supreme Court Rulings Employers Should Know About | JD Supra
Thus far, 2024 has been a whirlwind of new employment rules, statutes, guidance, and decisions for employers to grapple with and account for in their businesses. Among these decisions are a handful of rulings from the Supreme Court of the United States that will have important impacts on the workplace. Muldrow v.
Keepin’ It Real: Considerations for Employers Using Artificial Intelligence | JD Supra
Artificial intelligence (“AI”) enjoys headline limelight every day it seems, as its uses continue to expand. Notably, employers are using the latest in technology too. Not insignificantly, the usage of AI tools has raised concerns about triggering anti-discrimination laws and jeopardizing a company’s proprietary and confidential information.
2023 National Nurses Week Freebies and Discounts
Happy Nurses Week! You deserve to be recognized and celebrated for all your contributions and dedication to the care of patients and families. AACN is compiling a list of freebies and discounts to help show our appreciation for your tireless work. Take advantage of these as an extra reminder that you are valued. Please note: These offers are accurate as of May 8, 2023, and may be subject to change.
OP-ED: NC should lead on lead
Lead in our drinking water is a serious threat that can go unrecognized. Despite federal action to limit public exposure to lead, it continues to endanger the health and well-being of North Carolinians, especially our children. In 2018, Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools voluntarily tested for lead in their drinking water, and 41 of the 89 fixtures tested revealed unsafe levels. With this evidence, it would be unreasonable to suggest that schools in other counties are free from contamination.
OP-ED: NC State’s oily investments threaten our future
Institutional divestment from fossil fuels is gaining momentum among college campuses. Universities like UNC-Asheville and the University of Massachusetts are two examples of colleges that are actively working on divesting their endowment funds or have succeeded in withdrawing financial support of dirty fuels, respectively. At NC State, the Climate Reality Project is leading a campaign to urge our administration to divest from the fossil fuel industry.
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