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EEOC sues employer for violating Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
2026-08-18T05:00:00Z

EEOC sues employer for violating Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Pregnant and nursing employees faced discrimination by their employer — an automotive lighting manufacturer — when it failed to accommodate them under the federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).

Charges stem from the employer’s alleged misconduct dating back to July 2023, according to a press release on August 5 from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency that enforces the PWFA.

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Warehousing NEP stacks up wall-to-wall OSHA inspections through 2031
2026-08-17T05:00:00Z

Warehousing NEP stacks up wall-to-wall OSHA inspections through 2031

Citing elevated injury and illness rates, OSHA relaunched a National Emphasis Program on Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations on July 31. With this NEP, it’s now all hands-on-deck for federal OSHA inspectors nationwide for the next five years, as they knock on doors to:

  • Warehousing and distribution operations,
  • Mail processing and distribution centers, and
  • Parcel delivery and courier services.

The warehouse NEP (CPL 03-00-026) is one of only 12 for the agency. NEPs are enforcement programs that concentrate the agency’s inspection and outreach efforts, based on emerging trends and strategic goals.

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Employees want help with retirement savings, starting with their 401(k) plans
2026-08-17T05:00:00Z

Employees want help with retirement savings, starting with their 401(k) plans

Fall isn’t just the time for football. It’s also the perfect time to focus on financial wellness programs. Many companies are beginning their open enrollment periods, which is a great opportunity to engage employees in conversations about company benefits and retirement savings.

Two key financial dates coming up that open the door for this conversation include:

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Expert Insights: Hazmat communication matters
2026-08-14T05:00:00Z

Expert Insights: Hazmat communication matters

One thing I've learned over the years working with hazmat is that communication is everything. Whether you're a shipper, driver, inspector, warehouse employee, or emergency responder, everyone involved in the transportation process depends on accurate information to do their job safely and effectively.

When people think about communication, they usually think of conversations, emails, or training sessions. However, in the hazmat world, some of the most important communication happens without a single word being spoken. Markings, labels, placards, and shipping papers all serve as critical sources of information. They tell people what's inside a package, what hazards may be present, how the material should be handled, and what actions to take if an incident occurs.

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