New Guidance on Investigating Pay Discrimination

The U.S. Department of Labor announced Feb. 26, 2013, that its Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs is rescinding two enforcement guidance documents on pay discrimination, originally issued in 2006, commonly known as the "Compensation Standards" and "Voluntary Guidelines." The rescission is effective Feb.

http://www.shrm.org/LegalIssues/FederalResources/Pages/DOL-Rescinds-Restrictions-Investigating-Pay-Discrimination.aspx?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+shrm%2Fnews%2Fhr+%28SHRM+Online%3A+HR+News%29

American Traffic Solutions' George Hittner Named 'Litigator of the Year'

Hittner has expanded legal doctrines, successfully overturned illegal elections, and ultimately never lost a constitutional challenge to a state or local program he has handled for -based American Traffic Solutions Inc ., where he is general counsel, corporate secretary and vice president for governmental relations.

http://www.sys-con.com/node/2566457

Company hit with $369,000 in fines

Company also placed in OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program Ohio - The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Mahle Engine Components USA Inc.

http://www.norwalkreflector.com/article/2303111

Law firm responds to suit by ousted name partner, says he owed $373K

Sued by a name partner who contends he has been constructively expelled, a well-known Philadelphia worker's compensation law firm argues in a responding salvo that Halmon L. "Sonny" Banks III owes his partners over $373,000. In a brief filed Monday in response to Banks' Philadelphia Common Pleas Court suit, which seeks injunctive relief to maintain ... (more)

http://www.abajournal.com/news/article/law_firm_responds_to_suit_by_ousted_name_partner_says_he_owed_373k/?

Lockton Adds Two Executives To Arizona Employee Benefits

Jacob Brown and Jim Stabilito will join Lockton as senior executives in the insurance broker's Phoenix, Ariz.

http://www.tucsonpost.com/index.php/sid/213003496/scat/a548abef580c2494

This Side of Paradise: Companies That Keep Stress in Check

At first glance the winners of the American Psychological Association's 2013 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards share an important characteristic: three out of four are based on tropical islands.

http://blogs.wsj.com/atwork/2013/03/05/this-side-of-paradise-companies-that-keep-stress-in-check/?mod=WSJ_Careers_At_Work

Southridge owner backs off push to ban buses

A Milwaukee County bus pulls up in front of the Sears entrance at Southridge Mall and unloads riders.

http://www.greendalenow.com/news/cninews/137309188.html

Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary closes hospital, loses key staff

The world-famous Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary no longer has a working hospital or anyone to staff it after a weekend employee exodus triggered by the nonprofit's financial problems and inability to care for sick and injured wild birds The sanctuary's hospital supervisor, Barbara Suto, handed in her resignation Sunday after spending more than 30 years ... (more)

http://www2.tbo.com/news/news/2013/mar/04/1/suncoast-seabird-sanctuary-closes-hospital-loses-k-ar-649675/

Everybody, relax: Now that you know what's going, you can take action

Like Don Quixote tilting at windmills, I've been trying to get the message across to people that we live in a one-party corporatist system.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/03/04/1191594/-Everybody-relax-Now-that-you-know-what-s-going-you-can-take-action

OP-ED Decline Of Single-Family Homes Threatens Towns' Revenue

Demographic and economic pressures - aging residents with little savings, young professionals with sizable education debt, high heating costs, rising gasoline prices - threaten to eat away at the towns' revenue-raising ability and, as a result, their ability to preserve a high level of services.

http://www.courant.com/news/opinion/hc-op-fink-towns-must-20130304,0,2024785.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Courant%2FOpEd+%28courant.com+-+OPED%29

Oops. Belmar's math is off; boardwalk rebuild to cost more

The good news? The boards are back. The bad news? Faulty math by the borough's engineering firm will significantly bump up the boardwalk's rebuilding cost.

http://www.app.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.app.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013303040090%26nclick_check%3D1

7 steps to survive a furlough

Until the sequestration unfolds in coming weeks, we won't know how many will be affected, or how badly.

http://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/article.aspx?post=5df26bf2-936f-40f1-8d1b-aa5de5fe0bb9

Employers Must Post New FMLA Poster

No later than March 8, 2013, all employers covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act must display a new poster issued by the Department of Labor.

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/employers-must-post-new-fmla-poster-16941/

Boulder's Escoffier culinary school faces disability lawsuit

A deaf student and the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, CCDC, jointly filed a lawsuit Monday in U.S. District Court against Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder for refusing to pay for a qualified sign language interpreters for the admitted student's courses.

http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_22716739/boulders-escoffier-culinary-school-faces-disability-lawsuit?source=rss

Sr. Talent Consultants Receive Certification as Growth Curve Strategists

Mar. 4, 2013 - LOCAL BUSINESS COACH RECEIVES CERTIFICATION AS GROWTH CURVE STRATEGIST EEOC and OFCCP-compliant assessment company distinguishes Ryan Paterson and Adam Rechenmacher with Growth Curve certification Campbell, CA - March 2013 - TTI Performance Systems, the world's leading source for research-based, validated assessments has designated ... (more)

http://www.prlog.org/12091807-sr-talent-consultants-receive-certification-as-growth-curve-strategists.html

Time Change May Pose Work Safety Risk

The loss of sleep brought on by the daylight saving time change may increase workplace accidents and injuries, according to researchers.

http://www.shrm.org/hrdisciplines/safetysecurity/articles/Pages/Daylight-Saving-Time-Workplace-Injuries.aspx?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+shrm%2Fnews%2Fhr+%28SHRM+Online%3A+HR+News%29

Pittsburgh Fire Officers Settle Overtime Lawsuit

A lawsuit filed by Pittsburgh fire officers who sought more than three years' worth of overtime pay, has been settled in U.S. District Court, according to court records.

http://www.firehouse.com/news/10888356/pittsburgh-fire-officers-settle-overtime-lawsuit

Time for New FMLA Model Forms, Notice Poster

In February 2013, the U.S. Department of Labor released revised model Family and Medical Leave Act forms to administer federal FMLA leave.

http://www.shrm.org/hrdisciplines/benefits/Articles/Pages/FMLA-Model-Forms-Poster-2013.aspx?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+shrm%2Fnews%2Fhr+%28SHRM+Online%3A+HR+News%29

People Naturally Retaliate Against Whistleblowers

Trying to make sure that people aren't stealing from a company can be an exhausting and difficult task, especially at larger organizations.

http://www.businessinsider.com/people-naturally-reject-whistleblowers-2013-3?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+businessinsider%2Fwarroom+%28War+Room%29

Eastern Kentucky program awarded $5.2 million to help laid-off coal miners

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the grant to the Eastern Kentucky Concentrated Employment Program on Monday.

http://www.kentucky.com/2013/03/04/2542201/eastern-kentucky-program-awarded.html#storylink=rss

DOL's fiduciary proposal could rankle reps

The Labor Department's fiduciary re-proposal is at least four months away, but that hasn't diminished speculation about what the rule will entail.

http://www.investmentnews.com/article/20130304/FREE/130309977

David Nicholson: Should he stay or should he go?

Campaigners want NHS chief David Nicholson's head over the Mid Staffs scandal - but as he prepares to face MPs, some surprising allies have come to his defence.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/profiles/david-nicholson-should-he-stay-or-should-he-go-8520056.html

How to Survive the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Enforcement

As most employers know, the federal wage/hour law under the Fair Labor Standards Act includes the requirement to pay "non-exempt" employees time and one half of their "regular rate" for work in excess of 40 hours in a work week.

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/how-to-survive-the-department-of-labors-10430/

Labor Dept. grants $5M for Ky. coal miners

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a $5.2 million grant for out-of-work coal miners in eastern Kentucky.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/21476111/labor-dept-grants-5m-for-ky-coal-miners

Indiana prepares for impact of federal cuts

Gov. Mike Pence said Monday that state government is working to minimize the federal spending cuts caused by sequestration.

http://www.indystar.com/article/20130304/NEWS05/303040079/Indiana-prepares-impact-federal-cuts?gcheck=1

Developmental disabilities month holds personal meaning

As we slide into March, I ask you to step back and consider its meaning. For some, it might mean spring break.

http://disabilities.blogs.starnewsonline.com/12175/developmental-disabilities-month-holds-personal-meaning/

Tivy Stadium targeted for upgrades

Kerrville school trustees have called a $6.2 million bond election for May 11 to fund upgrades to Tivy Antler Stadium.

http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local_news/article/Tivy-Stadium-targeted-for-upgrades-4327056.php

Jury rejects T driver's dramatic bullet-dodging story

A jury convicted a former MBTA bus driver of lying to police when she recounted a horrifying tale of dodging bullets during a robbery aboard her bus - a story that prosecutors said was bogus.

http://bostonherald.com/news_opinion/local_coverage/2013/03/jury_rejects_t_driver_s_dramatic_bullet_dodging_story

Alfresco's Content.gov Advances Open Government Initiative for Federal Agencies

March 4, 2013 - Today Alfresco , the open platform for mission-critical content management and collaboration, announced its third annual Content.gov event featuring keynote speaker Beth Noveck, the first U.S. Deputy Chief of Technology.

http://www.pressreleasepoint.com/alfresco%E2%80%99s-contentgov-advances-open-government-initiative-federal-agencies

Fallout from 'Untouchables' Documentary: Another Wall Street Whistleblower Gets Reamed

A great many people around the county were rightfully shocked and horrified by the recent excellent and hard-hitting PBS documentary, The Untouchables , which looked at the problem of high-ranking Wall Street crooks going unpunished in the wake of the financial crisis.

http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/blogs/taibblog/fallout-from-untouchables-documentary-another-wall-street-whistleblower-gets-reamed-20130304

RFP - Will Rogers Downs TV Remodel

Cherokee Nation Entertainment, LLC a wholly owned tribal company of the Cherokee Nation is seeking bids of the installation of new flat panel TV's in Simulcast 1 located at Will Rogers Downs Cherokee Casino located in Claremore, OK.

http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/9397/ProcurementDetails.aspx

'Ag Gag' Bill Stalls in New Hampshire

Update: Thanks to all of you who responded to PETA's action alert, New Hampshire House Bill 110 has stalled in committee , meaning that investigators can continue to uncover cruelty on factory farms in the state.

http://www.peta.org/b/thepetafiles/archive/2013/03/04/you-gotta-fight-for-your-right-to-investigate.aspx

Women's group works with Cuomo on rights, abortion

A new coalition lobbying for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda said it supports his decision to link popular measures against workplace discrimination and human trafficking with a hotly debated abortion measure.

http://www.10tv.com/content/stories/apexchange/2013/03/04/ny--womens-rights-cuomo.html

Tesoro ups layoff estimate to 210 workers at Kapolei refinery

Tesoro estimates up to 210 workers will be laid off when the company closes its refinery in Kapolei in May.

http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/20130304_Tesoro_ups_layoff_estimate_to_210_workers_at_Kapolei_refinery.html

Coalition: Women's equality more than just abortion

Created to push for all ten elements of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda, the newly formed New York Women's Equality Coalition claims more than 500 member groups and companies, ranging in political heft from four dozen local chapters of the League of Women Voters to Poughkeepsie's Overlook NasKarts .

http://m.timesunion.com/tu/db_39924/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=IukNkTRS&detailindex=2&pn=0&ps=3

Deadline to post injury/illness tallies approaching quickly

Employers covered under the federal OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping and posting requirements have until April 30 to post their OSHA 300A logs.

http://www.riskandinsurance.com/story.jsp?storyId=533353667&topic=Main

No exposure to cleaning solutions restriction ends janitor's employment

An employee with a disability who claims that she is otherwise qualified with a reasonable accommodation bears the initial burden of proposing an accommodation and showing that it is objectively reasonable.

http://www.riskandinsurance.com/story.jsp?storyId=533353661&topic=Main

Today in Women's History: Frances Perkins is first female cabinet member

FDR was lucky to have Perkins. And, today, we continue to reap the benefits of the policies Perkins pushed through the department of Labor.

http://feministing.com/2013/03/04/today-in-womens-history-frances-perkins-is-first-female-cabinet-member/

Coalition: Women's equality more than just abortion

Created to push for all ten elements of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda, the newly formed New York Women's Equality Coalition claims more than 500 member groups and companies, ranging in political heft from four dozen local chapters of the League of Women Voters to Poughkeepsie's Overlook NasKarts .

http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/180483/coalition-womens-equality-more-than-just-abortion/

Rep. Langevin receives award for his work for disabled people

Langevin was among nine leaders given the Henry Viscardi Achievement Award, created by the Albertson, N.Y.-based Viscardi Center, which provides services to children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities.

http://news.providencejournal.com/politics/2013/03/rep-langevin-receives-award-for-his-work-for-disabled-people.html

Federal Money Rolls in for Christmas Storm Cleanup, Creates Temporary Jobs

Federal money is rolling into Arkansas for the continued cleanup of the Christmas snowstorm.

http://www.fox16.com/content/news/state/story/Federal-Money-Rolls-in-for-Christmas-Storm/bYkYRyBiZ0qlQhSDDS4CWw.cspx?rss=315

Holiday Inn Rochester Airport to stay open during sale

The hotel is for sale, General Manager Timothy Elie said, and an offer has been received, "but we are open for business as usual," he said in a statement released by Holiday Inn.

http://www.rbj.net/article.asp?aID=194193

Is an Employer Obligated to Provide Light Duty to an Employee Returning From FMLA Leave?

Before denying light duty to an employee returning from FMLA leave, you must consider whether the ADA requires the light duty as a reasonable accommodation.

http://www.workforce.com/article/20130304/BLOGS07/130309986/is-an-employer-obligated-to-provide-light-duty-to-an-employee

Women's group works with Cuomo on agenda

A new coalition lobbying for Gov. Andrew Cuomo 's women's rights agenda said it supports his decision to link popular measures against workplace discrimination and human trafficking with a hotly debated abortion measure.

http://libn.com/2013/03/04/womens-group-works-with-cuomo-on-agenda/

The Outlook For Young Job-Seekers Is Still Depressingly Grim

The future for young job seekers is still looking pretty grim. In their most recent report on Global Employment Trends , the International Labor Organization declared that the number of unemployed worldwide is projected to rise by 5.1 million in 2013, reaching a total of 202 million.

http://www.businessinsider.com/global-unemployment-2013-2?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+businessinsider%2Fwarroom+%28War+Room%29

Women's group works with Cuomo on rights, abortion

A new coalition created to lobby for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda says it will tie a hotly debated abortion measure to more popular measures against workplace discrimination and human trafficking.

http://www.wcax.com/story/21455755/womens-group-works-with-cuomo-on-rights-abortion

A New Tax Crackdown on Small Businesses?

Small business owners might want to spend a little more time checking over their tax returns before submitting this year, because Uncle Sam is breaking out the magnifying glass on all worker classification status entries.

http://smallbusiness.foxbusiness.com/finance-accounting/2013/03/04/new-tax-crackdown-on-small-businesses/

Tesoro: May 1 is when 210 Hawaii employees likely will lose their jobs

Tesoro has issued a statement identifying May 1 as the date that more than 200 Hawaii employees will lose their jobs.

http://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2013/03/04/tesoro-may-1-is-when-210-hawaii.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_29+%28Energy+Conservation+Industry+News%29

D "mos: New Report: Job Opportunities Hindered by Employment Credit Checks

March 4 - While much of the country's attention is focused on the need for job growth, a new report released today by national public policy organization Demos reveals the ways in which the use of credit history in hiring acts as a significant barrier to employment and may lead to discriminatory hiring practices, particularly for people of color ... (more)

http://www.commondreams.org/newswire/2013/03/04-6

Women's group works with Cuomo on rights, abortion

A new coalition created to lobby for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda says it will tie a hotly debated abortion measure to more popular measures against workplace discrimination and human trafficking.

http://www.news10.com/story/21461330/womens-group-works-with-cuomo-on-rights-abortion

Fines Proposed for Norfolk Plant Where Two Workers Were Burned

Federal regulators have proposed $45,000 in fines against the operator of a food plant in Norfolk where two workers were burned.

http://www.nebraska.tv/story/21454888/fines-proposed-for-norfolk-plant-where-two-workers-were-burned

OFCCP Abandons 'Cookie Cutter' Approach To Investigating Federal...

The Office of Federal Contractor Compliance has adopted new policies and procedures that will make it easier for its compliance officers to uncover pay discrimination among federal contractors.

http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/ofccp-abandons-cookie-cutter-approach-93586/

7 steps to survive a furlough

Until the sequestration unfolds in coming weeks, we won't know how many will be affected, or how badly.

http://money.msn.com/saving-money-tips/post.aspx?post=5df26bf2-936f-40f1-8d1b-aa5de5fe0bb9

Women's group works with Cuomo on rights, abortion

A new coalition created to lobby for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's women's rights agenda says it will tie a hotly debated abortion measure to more popular measures against workplace discrimination and human trafficking.

http://www.pressconnects.com/viewart/20130304/NEWS10/303040043/Women-s-group-works-Cuomo-rights-abortion

New York: Women's group works with Cuomo on rights, abortion

I pulled a venison roast out of the freezer the other night because I was expecting a houseful of family members over the weekend.

http://www.theithacajournal.com/viewart/20130304/NEWS10/303040043/Women-s-group-works-Cuomo-rights-abortion

Presentation on amending business license ordinance Tuesday

The Tulare County Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation Tuesday on efforts to amend the county's existing business license ordinance.

http://www.recorderonline.com/news/county-56225-tuesday-presentation.html

RFP - One (1) each Dell PowerEdge R720xd Server

Cherokee Nation Businesses, LLC a wholly owned tribal company of the Cherokee Nation is seeking bids from authorized Dell resellers for one each Dell PowerEdge R720xd server in accordance with the attached bid form listed under the DOCUMENTS tab of this bid posting.

http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/9396/ProcurementDetails.aspx

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission v. Autozone Incorporated

Eric A. Harrington, Attorney, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Washington, DC, Justin Mulaire, Attorney, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Chicago, IL, for Plaintiff-Appellee.Garrett L. Boehm, Jr., Attorney, Joseph F. Spitzzeri, Attorney, Johnson & Bell, Ltd., Chicago, IL, for Defendant-Appellant. The Equal Employment Opportunity ... (more)

http://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-7th-circuit/1623482.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+FindLaw7th+%28FindLaw+Case+Law+Updates+-+7th+Circuit+COA%29

Price v. Board of Trustees of Indiana Laborer Pension Fund

James R. PRICE, Plaintiff-Appellee, v. BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF the INDIANA LABORER'S PENSION FUND; Indiana Laborer's Pension Fund, Defendants-Appellants. ARGUED:R. Gary Winters, McCaslin, Imbus & McCaslin, Cincinnati, Ohio, for Appellants.

http://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-6th-circuit/1623566.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+FindLaw6th+%28FindLaw+Case+Law+Updates+-+6th+Circuit+COA%29

High-Risk Pregnancy Entitles Employees to Extended Leave

A recent case in California has raised the issue of how two state laws designed to protect pregnant workers interact.

http://blogs.lawyers.com/2013/03/high-risk-pregnancy-means-extended-leave/

RFP - Conversion of AV system at Cherokee Hills Golf Course

Cherokee Nation Entertainment, LLC a wholly owned tribal company of the Cherokee Nation is seeking bids from qualified contractors for the conversion of the AV system at the Cherokee Hills Golf Course located at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Catoosa, OK.

http://www.cherokee.org/PressRoom/9395/ProcurementDetails.aspx

Service dogs on the job

You may be familiar with seeing eye dogs, but there are many other types of service dogs quietly helping people with everything from visual and hearing impairment to autism.

http://www.wfmz.com/lifestyle/Life-Lessons/Service-dogs-on-the-job/-/19136886/19164008/-/yyduj4/-/index.html

Alfresco's Content.gov Advances Open Government Initiative for Federal Agencies

Today Alfresco , the open platform for mission-critical content management and collaboration, announced its third annual Content.gov event featuring keynote speaker Beth Noveck, the first U.S. Deputy Chief of Technology.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/3/prweb10492697.htm

Michigan Chooses SASA Analytics for Statewide Fraud Detection, Prevention

Michigan has selected SASA Analytics to power its statewide fraud detection system.

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130304005171&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Red ink flows at NYSUT

New York State United Teachers sued the state to lift the property tax cap that has caused thousands of its members to lose their jobs.

http://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Red-ink-flows-at-NYSUT-4323702.php

48 years of living with, or without the Civil Rights Act of 1965

When Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia made his infamous statement pertaining to 'racial entitlements,' maybe he, like the rest of the country, is fed with with this newly recreated sense of reverse racism that's becoming a norm in a country that's bigger and better than the Liberal spin.

http://www.examiner.com/article/48-years-of-living-with-or-without-the-civil-rights-act-of-1965?cid=rss

Caudle v. District of Columbia

Carl J. Schiferle, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, argued the cause for the appellant.

http://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-dc-circuit/1623481.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+FindLawDC+%28FindLaw+Case+Law+Updates+-+DC+Circuit%29

'Proposition S for Rockwood is No-Brainer,' Says Parent

Once in a while, something comes along that is a "no-brainer"-it is hard to imagine why it would face any resistance or rejection.

http://fenton-highridge.patch.com/articles/proposition-s-for-rockwood-is-no-brainer-says-parent-e622db2f

Whistle-blowers receive long-service awards from Somerset County Refereesa Association

Three men in black, who can boast 76 years of experience between them, were presented with long-service awards during the February meeting of the Bath Referees' Society.

http://www.thisisbath.co.uk/Whistle-blowers-receive-long-service-awards/story-18314731-detail/story.html

Jim Miller: Employment resources for older job seekers

Looking For Work Dear Looking: While the U.S. job market has improved slightly over the past year or so, challenges persist for many older job seekers.

http://www.baxterbulletin.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.baxterbulletin.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013303040021%26nclick_check%3D1

If Bob Woodward Is Trying to Help the Fourth Estate He's Doing it Wrong

The iconic newspaperman says his criticism of the White House was grounded in concern for young journalists.

http://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2013/03/if-bob-woodward-is-trying-to-help-the-fourth-estate-hes-doing-it-wrong/273673/?utm_source=feedburner

City Hall parking lot closed for stormwater project

A stormwater management project will close the City Hall parking lot to visitors and staff through November.

http://www.wisinfo.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2013303040207

Noel Liszkiewicz v. la Boy

Holly Noel-Liszkiewicz, pro se.Cassandra F. Roberts, Esquire and William E. Gamgort, Esquire, Young, Conaway, Stargatt & Taylor, LLP, Wilmington, Delaware, for appellee.

http://caselaw.findlaw.com/de-supreme-court/1623457.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+FindLawDelSup+%28FindLaw+Case+Law+Updates+-+Delaware+Supreme+Ct%29

Mustio: Plans Underway to Modernize Pennsylvania Liquor Stores

State budget hearings continue As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I am continuing to attend hearings at the State Capitol to review the governor's proposed 2013-14 state budget.

http://moon.patch.com/articles/mustio-plans-underway-to-modernize-pennsylvania-liquor-stores

Budget Session of Parliament 2013: Fuel Price Hike Halts Proceedings at Both Houses

The budget session of parliament 2013 was adjourned till noon following protests by the Opposition over the recent hike in petrol price.

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/441744/20130304/budget-session-parliament-2013-adjourned-petrol-price.htm

3 Points for Fort Campbell Job Fair Success

Seeking your dream job? Well the wonderful staff at the Army Community Service ACS Department welcomes everyone to attending their annual Job Fair on March 20 and 21st in Clarksville / Fort Campbell, Ky.

http://www.examiner.com/article/3-points-for-fort-campbell-job-fair-success?cid=rss

ObamaCare(s) for Provider's "Overpayment" Nightmares: Feds Issues New...

ObamaCare for Provider's "Overpayment" Nightmares: Feds Issues New PPACA "Overpayment Denial" Laws - Overpayment Law Reviews by ERISAclaim.com On March 1, 2013, DOL released a new Guidance for PPACA Coverage and Claims Appeals Regulations for all improper overpayment recoupment denials.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/3/prweb10492731.htm

What we're reading: Station casinos to drop high-return video...

Station Casinos, which owns some casinos in Vegas including the Red Rock Casino, is eliminating some of its high payout video poker machines.

http://www.consumertraveler.com/today/what-were-reading-station-casinos-to-drop-high-return-video-poker-some-atc-towers-may-close-faas-failures-of-oversight/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+tripso+%28Consumertraveler.com%29

'Fracking' much more scary than planned open-pit mine

Why don't they build it somewhere else, where it won't ruin my view of sun-dried hills and beetle-killed pine trees? It's the "not-in-my-backyard" song over and over again.

http://www.kamloopsnews.ca/article/20130304/KAMLOOPS0303/130309977/-1/kamloops0303/-8216-fracking-8217-much-more-scary-than-planned-open-pit-mine

Moore v. Appliance Direct Inc

Leonard MOORE, Jason Evers, Christopher Lungrin, Plaintiffs-Cross Appellants-Appellees, v. APPLIANCE DIRECT, INC., a Florida corporation, Defendant-Cross Appellee, Sei Pak, individually, Defendant-Cross Appellee-Appellant. Mauricio Arcadier, Stephen J. Biggie, Arcadier & Associates, PA, Melbourne, FL, for Plaintiffs-Cross ... (more)

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Ruppert v. Principal Life Insurance Company Aarp

Joseph RUPPERT, as Trustee of and on behalf of Fairmount Park, Inc. Retirement Savings Plan and on behalf of all others similarly situated, Plaintiff-Appellant v. PRINCIPAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, Defendant-Appellee. AARP, Amicus on Behalf of Appellant.

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Cheryl Debano Griffin v. Lake County Lake County Board of Commissioners

This case requires us to determine whether plaintiff, Cheryl Debano-Griffin, provided sufficient evidence to create a genuine issue of material fact regarding the causation element of her claim under the Whistleblowers' Protection Act , MCL 15.361, et seq .

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James v. Hyatt Regency Chicago

Joseph A. Longo, Longo & Associates, Mount Prospect, IL, for Plaintiff-Appellant.Michael G. Congiu, Adam C. Wit, Littler Mendelson, Chicago, IL, for Defendant-Appellee. James has been an employee of Hyatt Regency Chicago since 1985.

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a Frackinga much more scary than planned open-pit mine

Why don't they build it somewhere else, where it won't ruin my view of sun-dried hills and beetle-killed pine trees? It's the "not-in-my-backyard" song over and over again.

http://www.kamloopsnews.ca/article/20130304/KAMLOOPS0303/130309977/-1/kamloops/-8216-fracking-8217-much-more-scary-than-planned-open-pit-mine

in Re: P. Michael DuPREE

Lesley M. Coggiola, Disciplinary Counsel, and Julie M. Thames, Assistant Disciplinary Counsel, both of Columbia, for Office of Disciplinary Counsel.J. Steedley Bogan, of Bogan Law Firm, of Columbia, and Dan M. David, of Dan M. David Attorney at Law, LLC, of Charleston, for respondent.

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Senate slams shut door to public access

Factory farms would no longer be subject to the scrutiny of potential whistleblowers under the provisions of Senate Bill 373.

http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20130304/EDIT05/303049994/1021/EDIT

What health-care reform means for N.H. employers in 2013 and 2014

National health care reform became a reality in March of 2010 by the passage of two pieces of federal legislation, "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" and the "Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010." The legislation was designed to provide access to health insurance coverage for most Americans by imposing new ... (more)

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130304-BIZ-303040303

Support North Hampton School renovation project

But today, we write to you on a positive note because we want to express our strong support of the North Hampton School Renovation Project bond for $1.2 million.

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130304-OPINION-303040310

Greene Column: Direct deposit the way to go for Social Security income

Friday was the deadline for those receiving paper checks to make the switch, but U.S. Treasury's Walt Henderson said the department is still encouraging people to sign up.

http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20130304/PC16/130309736

ESOPs feel heat from campaign against abuses

A Department of Labor push to curb employee stock ownership plan abuses is catching more plan sponsors and their fiduciary consultants for a variety of transgressions.

http://www.pionline.com/article/20130304/PRINTSUB/303049973/esops-feel-heat-from-campaign-against-abuses

Hundreds attend Jenkinson's job fair

Rob Yorio spent his Sunday afternoon filling out a job application that he hoped would be a ticket to his dream.

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General Assembly: Senate Bill 373 could have wide-reaching effects

Agriculture and industry may soon have a higher level of protection, if legislation that passed the Indiana Senate can make it through the legislative process.

http://posttrib.suntimes.com/18568670-460/general-assembly-senate-bill-373-could-have-wide-reaching-effects.html

0 Manchester city workers' leave policy could be tweaked by committee

A vote by the Human Resources Committee on updates to the city's Family and Medical Leave Act policy could come Tuesday night, following a review of new information provided by Human Resources Director Jane Gile.

http://www.unionleader.com/article/20130304/NEWS06/130309746

Business Workshop: Increased scrutiny for foreign nationals

Over the past few years, the department has increased audits of applications for permanent employment of foreign nationals, called PERM Labor Certifications.

http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/business/legal/business-workshop-increased-scrutiny-for-foreign-nationals-677773/

Jobless benefits remain for now

Hoosiers receiving federal-extended unemployment benefits will not see a reduction in those benefits until March 30.

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Mississippi gets in line

Turns out that when Congress and the states changed our founding document to make the ownership of another human being against the law, Mississippi, and a few other states, refused to agree.

http://www.recorder.com/home/4722883-95/amendment-mississippi-states-finally

Union to MPs: Release the Costello audit

UNIONS are calling on Queensland Government backbenchers to become whistleblowers by releasing the full Costello report on the state's finances.

http://www.news.com.au/national-news/queensland/unions-call-on-queensland-government-backbenchers-to-release-full-costello-report-on-queensland-finances/story-fndo4ckr-1226589934241?from=public_rss

Qld MPs should leak Costello audit: unions

Unions are calling on Queensland government backbenchers to become whistleblowers by releasing the full Costello report on the state's finances.

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/national/16288297/qld-mps-should-leak-costello-audit-unions/

Woman sues Costco over life insurance money

BOISE, Idaho -- A woman has filed a lawsuit against a northern Idaho Costco contending that the company should pay out the life insurance policy of her brother, a former Costco employee who died two years after being fired.

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Employee Benefits Change to Save District $1.1 Million

Moorestown School District will save $1.1 million by switching its employees' health care providers this year, though members of the union aren't keen on the change.

http://moorestown.patch.com/articles/employee-benefits-change-to-save-district-1-1-million