Benefits That Can Keep Older Workers on Board, Whistleblowers Gain Advantage in SOX Retaliation Cases, Stopping Workplace Bullying, more

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SHRM's HR Daily Feb. 9, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     A Look at the Benefits That Can Keep Older Workers on Board Employers are increasingly recognizing the value of Baby Boomers and other older employees in the workplace. In light of that, many organizations are considering benefits that can attract and retain them.     Ruling Makes It Easier for Whistleblowers to Advance SOX Retaliation Claims The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that "retaliatory intent" doesn't have to be proven in whistleblowers' Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) retaliation claims, only that the protected activity was a "contributing factor" in an unfavorable employment action. In this case, the distinction involves a whistleblower seeking reinstatement of a damages award of nearly $1 million along with $1.77 million in attorney fees and costs.   Advertisement     Get a List of the Best HRIS Systems for your Company Finding a new HRIS/payroll solution for your company doesn't have to be a pain. Let the experts at Matchr do the heavy lifting for you! Just tell us what you need, and we'll send you a customized shortlist of the best systems on the market. It's simple - and best of all, free! Join the thousands of HR pros who've trusted Matchr to simplify their system searches for the past 11 years! Get Your Free List Now     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     How to Recognize and Deal with Bullying at Work Workplace bullying can be defined as harmful acts of mistreatment between people that go beyond incivility and cross the line to intentionally causing harm. Research suggests that treating workplace bullying as a matter of public health rather than employment law is necessary to protect those being targeted.     Ask HR: Do Employers Have to Offer Health Insurance? Are employers required to offer their employees health care insurance benefits? Must employers explain their reasons for laying off workers? SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, answers HR questions each week for USA Today. Do you have an HR or work-related question you'd like him to answer? Submit it here.     Advertisement   Policies Can Help Employers Comply with the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act The Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act provides 40 hours of paid leave per year, frontloaded or accrued, for any purpose. That has some employers worried that the law is ripe for leave abuse. Written policies can help address these concerns.     Ireland Provides Paid Domestic Violence Leave To help employees experiencing domestic violence or those who need to assist someone who is, Ireland provides paid domestic violence leave to all workers from the first day of employment.     Advertisement   SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     How to Drive Clarity Around Roles and Expectations Feb. 12, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Workleap Discover the profound impact of clear role definition on employee engagement, retention and performance in our webcast. Learn how collaborative efforts in setting expectations between leadership and employees create a productive work environment. 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The discussion will also cover concerns before implementing on-demand pay, indicators of its positive impact, employee utilization patterns, surprising findings on responsible use and current consumer spending trends.     Preventive Mental Health Care and the Cost Savings to Employers Feb. 22, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Aetna The significance of organizational support in employee mental health is underscored by widespread barriers to accessing quality, affordable care and the impact of stress on workplace absenteeism. This program will delve into how employee assistance programs can enhance existing medical benefits, offering necessary support and cost-saving services. Attendees will gain insights into the financial advantages of preventive mental health care, the beneficial role of employers in providing mental health resources and the comprehensive support offered through Resources for Living.     Manual HR Processes: The Silent Thief Feb. 27, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Paycom Manual HR processes are not just time-consuming; they also pose a significant financial burden. But what is the real financial impact? Steve Boese, co-founder of H3 HR Advisors, will expose the actual costs associated with manual HR data changes, drawing on Ernst & Young's research. Discover the most common data entry mistakes, how much organizations lose to manual data entry and how HR technology can streamline workflows to safeguard your bottom line.     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? 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