Author: Charla Bizios Stevens

Is now the time to talk about race at work?

The resounding answer is yes – and here’s how to start

New Year’s resolutions for employers

When it comes to compliance, what should your organization be focusing on in 2020?

The Perils of Managing a Multi-state Workforce

Complying with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is only the beginning.

NH misclassification fines shed light on multi-state workforce concerns

Firms doing business in other states should be aware of differing laws

In Year of the Woman, dads step up for equal time

There is legal risk to employers who give fathers lesser benefits

In the era of #MeToo, it’s time for employers to take a fresh look at sexual harassment training

The recent flood of public disclosures shows how critical it is for businesses to act swiftly to address the issue

You’ve come a long way baby?

What Gretchen Carlson’s lawsuit tells us about the state of sexual harassment in the workplace

2015’s top 10 wage and hour violations

What you don’t know, does hurt you – and your business

OSHA’s health care crackdown

Agency announces renewed focus on safety for industry workers

EEOC renews focus on pregnancy discrimination

Agency issues first new guidance in over 30 years

The EEOC, ADA compliance and the medical profession

Health care providers are at significant risk for discrimination claims, lawsuits

Is an employee on the clock while getting dressed in work gear?

Supreme Court ruling says ‘donning and doffing’ compensation can be negotiated

Should employers care about the final HIPAA rule?

Even companies not covered by the law can never review too often their privacy and security policies and procedures

New criteria used to determine independent contractor status

The potential civil penalties and damages are significant for erroneous employment status

A new era in non-compete agreements

Companies thinking about asking employees to sign non-competition agreements have restrictive laws they must follow

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MIT partners with Lakes Region Community College for pilot math and AI education program

The two educational institutions launched a new pilot partnership this summer, bringing 16 high school students from towns across New Hampshire together to learn the math behind AI and how to use it to tackle real problems.

Hometown Financial Group to acquire Primary Bank

Bedford-based Primary Bank is merging with Easthampton, Mass.-based Hometown Financial Group in a transaction valued at $160 million in cash and stock.

Manufactured homes in single-family neighborhoods?

Webinar panel discusses far-reaching consequences of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, the bipartisan legislation that seeks to address the lack of supply in the Granite State and across the country

It's Worth Knowing: The Canadians are back in NH — but for how long?

There's been a rebound of Canadian tourists across NH this summer. But new tariffs and words may have an effect on their visits this fall. Meanwhile, right along the border, there's still cross-border neighborliness in the small New Hampshire and Canadian communities.

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Young Granite Staters at the nexus of policy making

Child care and early education are the initial focus of a Stay Work Play initiative called NH Nexus to identify and address key issues facing young residents of New Hampshire

Making a bid on workforce development

New Hampshire employers are seeking polished professionals with real-life experiences, but they may have to look beyond the traditional recruiting methods to find them. One example of an overlooked workforce development program is the NH 4-H Livestock Auction.