Maryland Strengthens Laws Against Discrimination

Maryland has recently enacted three new laws aimed at strengthening and clarifying the state’s existing protections against employment discrimination and workplace harassment. All three laws amend the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act (MFEPA), which applies to employers with 15 or more employees, and go into effect on Oct. 1, 2022. Reasonable Accommodations for Applicants The…

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Firework Laws and Safety Tips

Enjoy the show this 4th of July by obeying local fireworks laws and following these safety tips: Maryland In Maryland, most fireworks — including bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles, fire balloons, and signal lights — are illegal. Only gold-labeled sparklers, novelty items — such as party poppers, snap pops, and snakes — and ground-based sparkler…

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Attracting and Retaining Construction Workers in Today’s Labor Shortage

Regardless of company size or industry, employers are struggling to attract and retain quality workers. With the construction industry expected to continue to grow in 2022 and beyond, construction companies and contractors face a labor shortage and struggle to find workers to meet industry demands. This article highlights new employment research, outlines factors contributing to…

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Attracting and Retaining Employees During the Great Reshuffle

The labor market is a bit unpredictable at the moment. Economists previously warned of a “Great Resignation,” a time when employees were expected to quit in record numbers and leave considerable vacancies in the workforce. This actually happened somewhat—according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were a record number of resignations at the…

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Cybersecurity Tips for Business Travelers

Organizations face heightened cybersecurity risks when their employees travel. Business travelers are prime targets for cybercriminals, as they often carry valuable data and may not always be careful about securing their devices. This article discusses key cybersecurity exposures for business travelers and outlines steps employers can take to mitigate these risks. Cybersecurity Threats While Traveling…

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Workers’ Compensation and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop in people after they experience a very stressful, scary or distressing event. Since mental health disorders can significantly impact someone’s ability to work, employees diagnosed with PTSD from a work-related cause may look to file a workers’ compensation (WC) claim to receive coverage…

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