Discrimination Law and Job Transfers, Help Employees Use Their FSA Funds, Supreme Court Won’t Hear Disability Accommodation Case Against UPS, more

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SHRM's HR Daily Dec. 7, 2023       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Supreme Court Analyzes Discrimination Law in Job Transfer Case  The U.S. Supreme Court heard a case that will determine whether involuntary job transfers can constitute discrimination in some circumstances.     How HR Can Help Employees Use Their FSA Funds Experts say now is the time to ramp up communication about flexible spending account (FSA) deadlines and remind workers to deplete remaining FSA cash.   Advertisement     7 Reasons why succession planning is essential SHRM members, stay a step ahead with our 7-point succession planning checklist. Find out how to ensure continuity, improve retention, and future-proof your organization with our checklist: 7 Reasons why succession planning is still essential.  Download the checklist.     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Supreme Court Won't Hear Disability Accommodation Case Against UPS The U.S. Supreme Court recently put an end to a delivery driver's case against UPS for denying him disability accommodations that he requested.     The Pros and Cons of 'Dry' Promotions Dry promotions happen when workers get a title change and additional responsibilities, but no salary increase. Employers should emphasize the career and professional development these opportunities offer to mitigate the lack of a pay raise.   Advertisement     Take the Equitable Giving Assessment Evaluate your workplace giving, volunteering, and grantmaking processes through an equitable lens to deepen employee engagement and drive meaningful community impact. After the assessment, you'll gain access to 3 bonus resources to help you build more accessible and flexible corporate philanthropy programs. Take the Test     People + Strategy Podcast with Andre Joyner After a career of HR leadership positions that included leading the Victoria's Secret brand through an organizational transformation, Andre Joyner began a new role as the CHRO at JCPenney in 2021. In this episode of the People + Strategy podcast, Joyner joins host Tony Lee to discuss how JCPenney is navigating talent shortages, the nuances of an AI future and the company's commitment to hiring and supporting diverse talent.     Google Settles Claims Related to Confidentiality Policy Google recently settled a 2016 lawsuit alleging that it used illegal practices to stop employees from complaining about the workplace.     UK: How Can Employers Help Staff Experiencing Financial Difficulties? With the United Kingdom currently facing its worst cost-of-living crisis in decades, many are feeling the negative effects of increasing financial pressure. There are some simple things that employers in the U.K. can do to reduce the financial burden on employees.   Advertisement     Return on Investment for your DEI initiatives Watch this thought-provoking session where we discuss why DEI is an important facet of the employee experience, the business benefits of successfully embedding DEI into the employee experience, and steps towards a successful DEI journey. Watch now     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     Fireside Chat: HR Transformation Lessons from the Leaders Dec. 11, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Ceridian Embarking on a new transformative project? Join our virtual fireside chat, where successful HR leaders share firsthand insights and strategies that contributed to their triumph in HR transformations. Gain valuable knowledge from those who have navigated successful paths in similar endeavors.     Shaping the Future: Key Trends in Women's and Family Health for 2024 Dec. 11, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Maven Clinic As the health care landscape undergoes rapid changes, employers and health plans face both challenges and opportunities. Looking ahead to 2024, a new wave of trends is poised to reshape perspectives on family health benefits and care. Join industry experts in a panel discussion to prepare for these shifts, ensuring equitable, high-quality care for employees and gaining actionable insights to lead your organization into the new year with a clear road map for addressing and making an impact on the emerging trends in women's and family health care.     Men's Mental Health Matters: Dispelling Stigma and Bringing Awareness Dec. 12, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Lyra Health Despite an increasing focus on the consequences of ignoring mental health in workplaces, there remains a noticeable gender gap, with men being less inclined to seek assistance for their emotional well-being compared with women. Join this fireside chat in honor of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month to explore the critical issue of men's mental health and the ways that companies can support male mental wellness in the workplace. You'll learn key barriers preventing men from seeking mental health support, how symptoms of mental health issues in men can differ from those in women, and more.     Workplace Compliance Trends for 2024 Dec. 13, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Paycom Prepare your business for the dynamic 2024 regulatory landscape, marked by constant changes in workers' rights, paid family medical leave and workplace safety regulations. This webinar offers insights into the evolving legal environment's impact on initiatives such as paid leave; talent acquisition; inclusion, equity and diversity; and employee wellness. Stay ahead by updating processes and training supervisors to meet the increasing obligations resulting from the rising trends in worker entitlements and protections.     AI and Performance Feedback Dec. 21, 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT Sponsor: BambooHR With the rise of AI, supervisors increasingly rely on tools such as ChatGPT for crafting performance reviews and team communication. While this trend isn't inherently negative, maintaining authenticity and targeted communication remains crucial for effective performance reviews. This initiative explores the role of AI in enhancing, rather than substituting for, genuine managerial interactions, emphasizing the appropriate and inappropriate applications of ChatGPT along with the necessity of establishing clear communication policies for supervisors.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. 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