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  Employee optimism continues to fade with job security on the line

  Confidence in a positive business outlook reached another low point in July, according to Glassdoor, continuing a period of overall decline dating back to 2023.

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  AI may be helping employees prepare for career mobility

  Workers say they are using artificial intelligence to seek out development opportunities within their existing roles as well as outside their organizations.

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  Jury was ‘inflamed by prejudice,’ SHRM appeal argues

  In an opening appeal, SHRM argued that a trial it lost late last year was unfair due to how the jury was directed and its “excessive” award of $11.5 million.

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  Worker alleges lack of fossil fuel-free 401(k) option violated his religious rights

  A lawsuit tying a worker’s climate objections to his Christian beliefs could set a precedent in the post-Groff landscape, his attorneys argued.

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  CHROs say they are skeptical about AI readiness

  The executives with the most insight into workforce preparedness are the ones most likely to be cautious about timelines, according to a Protiviti survey.

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  Which skills can AI not replace?

  Employers are in need of “durable skills” despite swift changes to workplace technology, a Resume Now report indicated.

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  Class ceiling: What cultural background has to do with salary negotiation

  A new study shows that social background factors into workers’ ability to negotiate — or not — and how HR professionals judge them.

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  DMEC26

  How will AI affect workplace accommodations?

  “AI is busting down barriers,” said Julie Hocker, assistant secretary of labor for disability employment policy.

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  After leave, return-to-work approaches should be ‘early, coordinated and sustained,’ DOL official says

  The likelihood of an employee returning to work after injury drops off significantly as the weeks go on, Julie Hocker said.

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  Barber school settles claim it wouldn’t employ more than one pregnant worker

  Pregnancy discrimination claims have featured heavily in recent EEOC litigation despite ongoing controversy over agency regulations.

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  NLRB’s structure is unconstitutional but its activities may proceed, Texas judge rules

  The decision follows up on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent expansion of presidential power to dismiss leaders of federal agencies.

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  Can AI make the workplace more accessible?

  In honor of the Americans with Disabilities Act anniversary, a July report showcases the positive potential of artificial intelligence.

  Diversity & Inclusion

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  LinkedIn offers the option to report AI slop

  The platform is testing a new feature that allows posts and comments to be privately flagged as being generated by artificial intelligence.

  Talent

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  Week in review: How does HR use ChatGPT?

  We’re rounding up last week’s stories, including the percentage of executives who said their leaders are prepared to lead AI adoption.

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  Florida employers can ding workers for off-duty medical marijuana use, state appeals court says

  Only a portion of states that have legalized medical marijuana also prohibit employers from discriminating against workers who have a valid prescription.

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  On the Move

  Which 2 major companies in the food space announced new CPOs in July?

  Meanwhile, Visier netted a former CEO for its lead HR role and a Michigan energy company pulled an HR leader from the railroad industry.

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  Managers say they are using AI to make layoff decisions

  Some artificial intelligence models are being asked to weigh factors like sick days, age and tenure when assessing who to let go, one survey said.

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  Employers may not be training workers well enough for widespread AI disruption

  Advanced skills, such as managing AI agents, do not tend to be the focus of employer training, The Conference Board said in a report.

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  Philadelphia DEI officer alleges she was fired for reporting a Black worker’s harassment

  The officer also said she was forbidden to speak publicly about equity. 

  Compliance

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  ICHRA adoption slowed by ACA exchange costs, instability

  Many employers are considering the coverage arrangements, but worries about the ACA marketplaces — including potentially high costs for workers — are making them hesitant to move forward, according to a survey.

  Comp & Benefits

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  This week in 5 numbers: Why some workers aren’t AI upskilling

  Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week — including how many C-suite, CHRO and senior talent acquisition leaders think their leaders are “highly prepared” to lead AI adoption.

  Compliance

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  Nearly half of workers say they’d let AI negotiate their pay

  One-third of U.S. adults have already asked artificial intelligence about their salary, a raise, a bonus or how to negotiate, a recent report showed.

  Comp & Benefits

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  How much is hybrid workplace coordination costing companies?

  Navigating shifting schedules and coordinating in-person meetings may be creating friction, per a survey from an operations platform.

  Talent

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  1 in 4 dollars spent on AI goes to waste, report finds

  More than half of businesses lack a dedicated owner for artificial intelligence costs, which can lead to overspend, according to a Harness report.

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  Opinion

  How companies are accidentally training future leaders to stay quiet

  Organizations that encourage employees to ask the questions AI can’t answer will thrive, writes SurveyMonkey’s CPO.

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