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Beyond surveys: Rethinking traditional approaches to ethical culture assessments

To build a robust ethical culture, ethics and compliance professionals need effective culture assessments to pinpoint vulnerabilities and proactively address them. The U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) update to the...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Bank of America’s Corporate Culture Crisis: Part 5- A Case Study for Compliance

Compliance professionals constantly seek to understand how systemic issues within corporate hierarchies can lead to severe consequences. The recent revelations about Bank of America’s (BoA) persistent workplace culture...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Bank of America’s Corporate Culture Crisis: Part 4 – A Tale of Metrics and Misalignment: Lessons for Compliance Professionals

Compliance professionals constantly seek to understand how systemic issues within corporate hierarchies can lead to severe consequences. The recent revelations about Bank of America’s (BoA) persistent workplace culture...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Bank of America’s Corporate Culture Crisis: Part 1 – A Case Study in Failure

Compliance professionals constantly seek to understand how systemic issues within corporate hierarchies can lead to severe consequences. The recent revelations about Bank of America’s (BoA) persistent workplace culture...more

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Connecticut Adopts Narrow Definition of “Supervisor” for Hostile Work Environment Claims

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The Connecticut Supreme Court recently adopted the U.S. Supreme Court's relatively narrow definition of “supervisor” for use in determining when employers are liable under the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA)...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Boeing Saga: Compliance, Accountability, and the Path Forward

When it comes to corporate accountability few cases are as significant as the ongoing litigation involving Boeing. Since the 737 MAX safety scandal erupted in 2021, the company has been embroiled in a complex legal journey....more

StoneTurn

Building a High Trust Organisation

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In a high trust organisation each member can be relied upon to demonstrate behaviours which foster transparency, good decision making and delivery of the shared vision without a large controlling overhead. It’s rare in...more

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics...

Empowering ethics: Unleashing compliance program success through psychological safety

Since Harvard Business School’s Amy Edmondson applied the term “psychological safety” to work teams in 1999, the concept has evolved considerably as employers have become increasingly focused on supporting mental health,...more

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics...

The importance of explaining why

Writing, implementing, and enforcing strong compliance-related policies is critical to any compliance and ethics program. So, why do so many compliance failures occur due to breakdowns in internal controls?...more

Hall Benefits Law

Accenture Report Finds Organizations with Disability-Inclusive Policies More Financially Successful

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According to a 2023 Accenture report, in conjunction with Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities, organizations implementing disability-inclusive policies and practices often have better...more

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EntertainHR: 9 to 5—Don’t Mess with Dolly

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Summertime is nearing, and one of my favorite summer traditions after a long week is to make a big bowl of popcorn, get myself and my dog cozy on the couch, and turn on an old movie. Recently, I rewatched 9 to 5, a classic...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Arbeitsrechtliche Konsequenzen für die Kampener „Rich Kids

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AUSLÄNDERHETZE ALS KÜNDIGUNGSGRUND? Sie wollen „Deutschland den Deutschen“ vorbehalten, meinen damit ausschließlich sich selbst (nicht etwa die Kassiererin im Supermarkt) und grölen „Ausländer raus“. Sowohl ihre Kleidung...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Culture Week: Part 5- A Listening Tour To Improve Culture

We conclude our focus on culture this week by returning to some of our long-time compliance roots for improving culture, such as the listening tour. In 2022, returning Starbucks Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Howard Schultz...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Culture Week: Part 4- Employee Engagement to Improve Culture

Suppose there is one thing I have learned from working with Carsten Tams, an ethical business architect and founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Emagence LLC. In that case, employee engagement is one of the very top...more

Robinson+Cole Manufacturing Law Blog

Weight Loss, Miracle Medications & the Workplace

Whether you are picking up a well-respected periodical or a celebrity news magazine, you cannot avoid reading about semaglutide injection drugs – drugs used to control blood sugar levels for individuals with type 2 diabetes...more

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EntertainHR: Leah’s Lawsuit: “Sober Curiosity” and its Impact on Workplace Culture

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Whether you’ve noticed it through the media or in your own circle of friends, it’s no secret that the consumption of alcohol has been losing its popularity, and the idea of being sober or “sober curious” is trendy. Of course,...more

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Fifth Circuit Scrutinizes Corporate Diversity Initiatives

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After the U.S. Supreme Court held that Harvard University engaged in unlawful racial discrimination against Asian Americans in its efforts to achieve student body diversity, businesses have rightly sought legal guidance on...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Role of Leadership in Culture and Course Correcting

When it comes to leadership, many people focus on qualities like decisiveness, communication skills, and strategic thinking. While these traits are undoubtedly important, there is another aspect of leadership that often gets...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

A Shifting Mindset Towards Prevention

I do not think it would be too controversial to say that compliance programs play a crucial role in ensuring that organizations adhere to legal and ethical standards. That is basically what we are all striving to do. However,...more

Ius Laboris

Enforcing a positive duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

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A new law relating to sexual harassment in the UK is due to come into force on 26 October 2024 which places a legal obligation on all employers to take proactive measures to prevent sexual harassment from occurring in the...more

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC

Keep ‘em Front and Center - Ten Things Employers Can Do to Create Best-In-Class Front Line Supervisors

In the complex ecosystem of the workplace, supervisors serve as linchpins, bridging the gap between organizational objectives and employee implementation. Their role is pivotal in ensuring productivity, fostering team...more

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Unions Are Seeking to Organize in Non-Traditional Industries, Including Financial Services

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Union organizing efforts are not limited to historical union strongholds such as manufacturing, construction, and the public sector. Even though unions currently represent only about 1.3% of the financial services industry,...more

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Setting D&I targets: what the UK regulators expect from financial services firms

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The UK financial services’ regulators have introduced new proposals on setting diversity and inclusion (D&I) targets by firms. These proposals aim to address underrepresentation of particular demographics within firms and the...more

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Managing Internal Risks: Why do Internal Risks Matter?

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Building risk resilience from the inside Why bother looking inward when external risks seem so pressing? The answer is straightforward: you're only as strong as your internal structure....more

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UK: World Menopause Day 2023 - What Developments Have We Seen This Year?

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Many employers spent World Menopause Day 2023 showcasing their support for employees. The spotlight on supporting employees with menopause continues to shine, both from a DEI perspective and also from recent cases in the UK...more

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