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Does Fitbit track this?

Editor's picks: Study: Excessive sitting is more disruptive to your business than cyberloafing Why your law firm needs a wellness program and how you can build one that works Why your law firm needs a wellness program and how you can build one that works, Part 2 … [Read more...] about Does Fitbit track this?

The War Against Data Breaches:
What Law Firms Need to Know

Bonus Content Webinar Presentation Slides Some of the biggest law firms in the United States have been breached by malicious hackers. How is YOUR firm protected? We've all seen the recent headlines about law firm data breaches … and it's pretty clear that most large firms have been breached – and certainly all have been targeted. The truth is … most firms have … [Read more...] about The War Against Data Breaches:
What Law Firms Need to Know

Roundtable talks solve office problems

Staff meetings are important, but they generally don't cover things staff have a hand in, says the practice manager of an office in Maine. In addition to hearing company reports and receiving managerial edicts, staff also need time to discuss operational matters and brainstorm solutions for common problems. So the manager decided to implement monthly roundtable discussions. … [Read more...] about Roundtable talks solve office problems

5 steps to creating a more inclusive workplace for employees with disabilities

Did you know that more than 70 percent of people with disabilities in the United States are unemployed? For a community that represents 20 percent of the entire American population, people with disabilities are far underrepresented in the workplace. According to the Ruderman Family Foundation, a national leader in disability inclusion, these statistics are a reflection of one … [Read more...] about 5 steps to creating a more inclusive workplace for employees with disabilities

Follow these 7 guidelines to protect your firm’s digital data

According to a recent study, American business leaders are unprepared for the increased threat to information security that comes with flexible office environments. The 2016 Shred-it Security Tracker information security survey shows that leaders are not providing the protocols and training needed to ensure customer and competitive information remains secure in a mobile work … [Read more...] about Follow these 7 guidelines to protect your firm’s digital data

Are you prepared for the most costly claim your law firm could face? Do you even know what it is?

By Sharron Bauer  bio What do you think is the most costly claim your law firm could face? A malpractice claim? Nope. A slip and fall? Wrong again. Give up? A data breach! I can hear you now: Are you kidding me? Yes, that's right. The most costly claim your firm faces is probably NOT going to be: a grievance filed or a claim against your Lawyers Professional Liability (or … [Read more...] about Are you prepared for the most costly claim your law firm could face? Do you even know what it is?

How the FLSA’s updated rules regarding overtime affects your firm

By Sandra Hoyle-Smith, SPHR  bio President Obama and Secretary Perez recently announced the publication of the Department of Labor's final rule updating the overtime regulations, which will automatically extend overtime pay protections to over 4 million workers within the first year of implementation. What does this mean for you? Between now and December 1st, you will … [Read more...] about How the FLSA’s updated rules regarding overtime affects your firm

10 essential tips for new managers

New managers face a number of challenges, but which challenge is the most daunting? According to a recent survey, the most difficult part of becoming a manager is balancing individual responsibilities with time spent overseeing staff. Supervising friends or former peers ranked as the second greatest concern. The survey was developed by Robert Half Management Resources and … [Read more...] about 10 essential tips for new managers