Washington Commanders' Snyder condemned by report | Labor Dept. proposal may have workers' comp implications | Initial jobless claims edge upward to 230K
The US House Committee on Oversight and Reform's final report about The Washington Commanders found that a toxic culture was "permitted" by owner Daniel Snyder and that he also obstructed the congressional inquiry by intimidating and discouraging witnesses, circumventing a subpoena and saying he couldn't recall incidents more than 100 times in testimony. "The NFL chose to bury Ms. Wilkinson's findings and whitewash the misconduct it uncovered," the report stated in reference to a workplace investigation conducted by attorney Beth Wilkinson. Full Story: ESPN (12/8)
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Labor Dept. proposal may have workers' comp implications Many employers would need to adjust their risk profiles under a Labor Department proposed rule that could require more workers to be classified as employees rather than independent contractors, according to workers' compensation experts. A rule that "forces employers to reclassify independent contractors as employees" would have "a significant effect on workers' comp and on the overall economics of their business model," says Will Brauer of Marsh. Full Story: Business Insurance (12/7)
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Child care challenges causing stress for working moms Working mothers and workforce experts talk about how flexible working is vital as child care disruptions and a higher prevalence of child illnesses are making life extremely stressful, particularly as women who remained in the workforce during the pandemic's female exodus are likely to be the main breadwinner in the family, says Jill Koziol, co-founder of Motherly. Employers can better support working moms with not only relevant benefits but by introducing employee resource groups and creating an inclusive culture for caregivers. Full Story: WorkLife (12/8)
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Strategies to keep your cool at work Avoid blowing your top at work by finding constructive ways to vent your frustrations such as journaling, finding allies within your workplace or larger network or hiring a coach, writes Robyn McLeod. "By having a safe and confidential place to discuss your concerns, you can reflect on the situation and develop positive coping mechanisms and approaches that can last a lifetime," McLeod writes. Full Story: Chatsworth Consulting Group (12/8)
WNBA star Brittney Griner, who had been detained since February in Russia on charges stemming from transporting medically prescribed marijuana vape cartridges, was released Thursday in a prisoner swap agreement. Griner, who was sentenced in August to serve nine years in a Russian penal colony, was exchanged for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout, known also as "The Merchant of Death." Full Story: CBS News (12/8),ESPN (12/8)
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