Archive for May 2014
UberX imposes $1 ‘safe ride fee’
Ride-sharing company UberX has begun adding a new charge to its fare, charging an extra $1 per trip, with the hopes of using the funds to improve customer and pedestrian safety. The fee will be used for background checks, motor vehicle checks, security development, insurance, and driver education, among other things. The fee will be…
Read MoreAdvanced home care: The pre-employment process and how to hire
Many families have to make tough decisions when their aging relatives are no longer able to care for themselves and manage daily tasks. One such decision is, should the person be allowed to continue living in their own home with assistance, or is a nursing or retirement facility the right move? If the best option…
Read MoreEmployers and social media: EEOC considers discrimination laws
Last month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission held a meeting to discuss how social media impacts the anti-discrimination laws that the EEOC upholds. The EEOC discussed many things about the changing role of employers and social media, but its biggest concern was the way private social media posts have begun to play an increased role…
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