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The State of Hawaii’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Division is set to launch a major modernization effort with further implementation of the State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES). This will be a welcome and dramatic change to how employers participate in the UI claims process. Starting in October 2024, employers will be able to respond to UI claims electronically through this new platform, replacing mail and fax methods. This move is expected to enhance the accuracy, security, and efficiency of the claims process.

Since the enactment of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) in 1994, employees serving in the military have been entitled to protected leave, seniority rights, and similar rights and benefits afforded to employees on comparable non-military leave when called to service.  In recent years, there has been litigation across the nation regarding what rights and benefits military employees are entitled to when comparing USERRA leave with non-military leave, such as receiving paid leave or accruing paid time off. 

On August 20, 2024, a federal court in Texas stopped the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from enforcing its ban on most non-compete agreements, which was originally set to take effect on September 4, 2024.  The court explained that the FTC’s rule was “unreasonably overbroad” and lacked authority to enforce this ban.

Ryan Wolf, the Wellbeing Lead at Gallup — a global analytics and advice firm that helps build exceptional workplaces — discussed the company’s framework on wellbeing and how it can be quantified to improve health, business, and performance outcomes

HEC is thrilled to announce a brand new series of HR training classes designed specifically for new HR professionals or professionals new to HR! This unique series will not only introduce attendees to fundamental HR concepts, but also provide an invaluable opportunity to build professional relationships with other “new to HR” professionals!

Summer brings longer days and plenty of sunshine, but with it comes the challenge of staying cool during soaring temperatures. The sweltering heat can lead to various heat-related illnesses, some of which can be serious if not addressed promptly. Kevin Crawford, a Risk Consultant at Atlas Insurance Agency, wants employers and employees to know the following

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued the “Fair Choice-Employee Voice” final rule in July 2024. The final rule will take effect on September 30, 2024, and only apply to cases that are filed after the effective date. The new rule will make three major changes to board regulation issued in 2020. Blocking Charges during an election: If

Check out the latest information from a report issued by the local office of the National Labor Relations Board (NRLB) on NLRB petitions filed by Hawaii unions, employees, and employers, and election results. The report covers the period:  January 1, 2024, to July 1, 2024.

Are you feeling overwhelmed at work despite having a full team? Are deadlines consistently missed even with a full staff? Does it seem like projects are constantly stalling, and new initiatives are impossible to tackle? You might be facing common productivity challenges that many HR teams encounter. In the post-Covid fast-paced HR world, the need for

If you recall, the NLRB originally issued its proposed final rule in October 2023, which would have made it easier for companies to be considered joint employers. Under the proposed final rule, companies could be considered joint employers if they had the authority to control essential terms and conditions of employment, whether or not such control is