According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ 2022 Report to the Nations, tips are the most common fraud detection method, accounting for 42% of …
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EEOC Encourages Settling Disputes Without Litigation
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has long encouraged mechanisms other than litigation for settling EEO disputes. One mechanism, the “offer of …
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Preventing Heat Related Illness on the Job
With warm weather just around the corner for much of the country, now is the time to review risk factors and preventative strategies for heat related illness. …
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Red Flag Reporting Donates 40,000 Meals!
With this contribution, we have now donated over 200,000 actual meals (meals that we help package) to hungry children across the globe. Want to help? Sign up …
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Creating a United Workforce in a Divided Society
We live and work in a divided society. Even if you choose to surround yourself with likeminded people, you are still likely to be exposed to those with …
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OSHA Publishes Interim Final Rule for Addressing Criminal Antitrust Anti-Retaliation Complaints
The interim final rule, which became effective on February 10, 2023, defines procedures and timeframes for handling employee retaliation complaints under the …
Mastering the Zoom Apology
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Watch Out for AI-Assisted Fraud
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a type of technology that simulates human intelligence in its ability to learn, problem solve, and make decisions, among other …
Ethical Workplaces Attract and Retain Talented Employees
Hiring and retaining high quality employees is tough in the aftermath of the Great Resignation. Being known for ethical practices can give your company a …
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Best Practices for Preventing a Workplace Retaliation Claim
Retaliation is the most frequent type of claim filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. In fact, retaliation claims were included in over half of …
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Internal Whistleblowers Face Few Protections: Why This Matters
The decision to become a whistleblower is never easy. Though many people feel compelled to report illegal and unethical behavior, there are a variety of …
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Best Practices to Counter an Active Shooter in the Workplace
Active shooter incidents have become increasingly common in the last several years. In 2021, the FBI classified 61 shootings as active shooter incidents. …
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