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SHRM’s $11.5M Verdict Highlights Culture Brand Risk
Culture is not just an HR issue.Culture shapes the brand.Brand drives value.And when culture goes wrong, value falls fast. The recent $11.5 million verdict
$11.5M: The Cost of Shortcuts Under FLSA, RICO and More…
A recent $11.5 million wage settlement in federal court should be ringing alarm bells for business owners, executives, business brokers, valuation experts, and HR professionals.

💰 Is Off-the-Clock Walking Work?
Can off-the-clock walking be off-the-clock working? Sometimes, the answer is a resounding yes. This distinction is not just a matter of semantics; it’s a six-figure
Workplace Relationships Policy: Lessons from the Nestle CEO Ouster
Legal and Business Risks of the Nestle CEO Ouster Case The ouster of Nestlé executive Laurent Freixe is a textbook example of why a clear
Santa Monica Wage Lawsuit: $20 Hummus Lessons for Employers
Santa Monica Wage Lawsuit: Lessons for Employers When a $20 bowl of hummus costs more than an employee’s hourly wage, a company doesn’t just have
“Stellantis Wrongful Death Lawsuit: Workplace Safety Lessons” ✅
Stellantis Wrongful Death Lawsuit: When “We Value Safety” Isn’t Enough “I never expected him to go to work and not come home.” That’s what Renita