Whether you work in human resources, or simply read the newspaper, it’s easy to recognize the frequency with which employers get sued. In 2004, the EEOC recovered $251.7 million on behalf of complainants for the over 85,000 charges it resolved. In addition, the EEOC collected $168.3 million for the cases that the EEOC was involved in litigating. Court records indicate that twenty-five percent, or one-quarter, of all the litigation matters in federal court are employment-related disputes, and even more cases alleging discriminatory acts in employment are brought in the state courts. 
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IntroductionThis sample program follows the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) "Safety and Health Program Management Guidelines", published on January 26, 1989 in the Federal Register. These guidelines were drawn from the experience obtained enforcing the OSHA Act, from the Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), OSHA programs to recognize excellence in worksite safety and health, from OSHA’s Consultation Program, and from public commentary. This sample program is especially written for the small, independent business owner, but the outline can be applied to any size business. Read more...
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