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What Has Changed in the New Corporate Governance Code?: Five Key Things to Know about the New Code and Associated Guidance

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On 22 January 2024, the Financial Reporting Council (the FRC) published revisions to the UK Corporate Governance Code (the 2024 UKCGC), replacing the 2018 version with effect from financial years commencing on or after 1...more

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[Hybrid Event] Employment & Employee Benefits Seminar - February 7th, Durham, NC

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Join us in person or virtually on Wednesday, February 7 for an All-Day Employment and Employee Benefits Seminar. You’ll hear from Poyner Spruill attorneys about trending topics in employment and employee benefits. We aim to...more

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The Enduring Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.: A Beacon of Hope and History

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As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it's more than a commemoration of a great leader; it's a vital reminder of our ongoing journey toward equality and justice. This reflection explores the importance of this holiday in...more

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action in College Admissions

On Thurs. June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court ruled that race-conscious admissions policies are unconstitutional and invoked the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment, stating that Harvard’s and UNC’s admissions programs...more

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[Webinar] Integrating Digital Accessibility into Your DEI Strategy - August 15th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CT

When accessibility isn't part of your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy, barriers are created, which can make it difficult for an individual with a disability to engage or interact with your business as...more

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Happy International Women’s Day – Now Wait Another 300 Years for Equality! Wait, What?

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That’s right, you read it correctly, another 300 years! The United Nations Secretary General told the Commission on the Status of Women on March 7, 2023, that gender equality is “300 years away.” The statement was based on...more

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[Webinar] Diversity Training: Creating an Inclusive Workplace with Todd Inman - November 14th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

An inclusive workplace is one where people with all kinds of differences and disabilities feel welcome and valued for their contributions. It's a place where people with disabilities — both visible and invisible disabilities...more

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National Disability Employment Awareness Month Powered by Inclusion

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One of our core values here at JAMS is embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities for everyone while respecting each other’s differences and supporting each other’s strengths. As we recognize National Disability...more

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OFCCP Week In Review: June 2021 #5

The DE OFCCP Week in Review (WIR) is a simple, fast and direct summary of relevant happenings in the OFCCP regulatory environment, authored by experts John C. Fox, Candee Chambers and Jennifer Polcer. In today’s edition, they...more

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Women’s History Month: Important Female Figures in the Law

The origins of Women’s History Month date back to 1981, when it was announced that a nationwide celebration of female icons and influencers would take place in March of 1982 for one week. Five years later, in 1987, that week...more

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Support for the Black Lives Matter Movement: Deciphering Between Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

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This is the eighth post in a 12-part series on how companies can show support for the Black Lives Matter movement by changing company policies and practices. This post focuses on educating senior leadership about the...more

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[Webinar] How Do We “Train” Staff on Affirmative Action? - February 26th, 2:00 pm ET

Your affirmative action plan (AAP) is a living document and roadmap to help drive your company's effective outreach and recruitment efforts, and ultimately, create a culture of diversity and inclusion within your workforce....more

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Amended Ordinance Expands Boston Residents Job Policy for Certain Projects in the City of Boston and Provides for Sanctions...

In response to the third largest construction boom in Boston’s history, on November 28, 2016 Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced a proposal to increase employment standards for the Boston Residents Jobs Policy (“BRJP”) and Boston...more

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Women in the Workplace

Employers interested in attracting and retaining women and promoting greater gender diversity in their executive ranks will be interested in the Wall Street Journal’s Special Report on Women in the Workplace. The Report...more

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Federal Agencies Issue Final Policy Statement Regarding Standards for Assessing Diversity Policies and Practices

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On June 9, 2015, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the National Credit Union Administration, the Bureau of Consumer...more

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