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Holy Smokes! How to Comply with Alabama’s Current Cannabis Laws
Governor Kay Ivey signed the Compassion Act (SB 46) into law in 2021, permitting Alabamians to use cannabis products for certain medical conditions.* Patients will need to apply for a

Stay Compliant, Stay Covered: The HR Guide to COBRA
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) is a federal law that requires employers to offer temporary continuation of group health coverage to eligible employees and their families when coverage

The Importance of Annual Reviews & How to Fix Your Current Process
The Problem: One of the factors contributing to turnover is the lack of employee feedback. It is difficult for employees to gauge their own progress if the performance goals and

Taming Workplace Tensions During a Divisive Election Year
With the upcoming 2024 Presidential election, here are some tips to prevent and tame workforce tensions during this increasingly polarizing political landscape. Some minor tweaks to your company policies

Eleventh Circuit Ruling Mandating Gender Dysphoria Coverage in Employer Health Plans for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia
What we know: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, which includes Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, has ruled that an employer’s health plan excluding treatment for gender dysphoria,

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Performance Improvement Plans versus Severance Options
In the realm of human resources, the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) stands as a structured approach to address and rectify employee performance issues. While it is a widely utilized tool