Employment Matters
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737: Social Security Reform in Angola: What Employers Need to Know
In today's episode, we will focus on two legislative instruments that deserve close attention: the proposed revision of the Basic Law on Social Protection and the Code of Procedure for Payment and Enforcement of Social Security Debts, the so-ca...
736: Neutral by Design: What MrBeast’s Lawsuit Teaches Us About HR, Handbooks, and Workplace Culture
What can employers learn from the employment lawsuit filed against MrBeast and the infamous “How to Succeed” guide? In this episode, we explore why neutrality in HR practices, employee handbooks, and workplace policies is critical to managing l...
735: US Employer Rights, Risks, and Obligations in the Modern Age of Social Media
This episode explores how employees’ social media activity, especially off-duty posts, can create real legal and reputational challenges for employers. The discussion breaks down what employers can and can’t control under laws like the First Am...
734: Inside the DOL Proposal: Legal Implications for US Worker Classification
In this episode, we examine the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to worker classification and their impact on employers. Listen in as we break down the updated framework for distinguishing independent contractors from employees and h...
733: Federal Telework Guidance: What US Employers Need to Know About Disability Accommodations
In this episode, we explore federal telework guidance issued by the EEOC and OPM and what it means for disability accommodations in today’s workplace. While the guidance is directed at federal agencies, it may signal how the EEOC will evaluate ...