When should HR call its lawyer?
Yesterday, I read When is an Employee Issue a Legal Issue (and When Is it HR)? , written by Dan Schwartz on his always excellent Connect...
Not all swearing at work is created equal
By Jon Hyman
According to a recent survey , 57% of American employees admit to swearing at work. (To me, that seems low. Also, count me in the “yes” co...
Bill O’Reilly claiming victim status is WHY we have a harassment problem
By Jon Hyman
Over the weekend, the New York Times reported that Bill O’Reilly paid $32 million to settle a claim of sexual harassment brought against hi...
The 23rd nominee for the “worst employer of 2017” is … the cake boss
By Jon Hyman
As we wind down the year toward voting to name the first annual “Worst Employer of the Year,” I thought I had all bases covered. Then I re...
WIRTW #481 (the “proof of concept” edition)
By Jon Hyman
When a commenter starts his thoughts with “Hey faggot,” you know you have one for the internet-troll hall of fame. A couple of months ago ...