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HR is a complex calling—when your widgets are people, nothing is simple. However, the power of HR, when correctly executed, continues to grow. Chief among the concerns of HR is protecting the employees, but that is becoming increasingly complex as well.

The Supreme Court is weighing in on employment this week—first they filed a decision on the EEOC’s recent business practices, then they agreed to review the FCRA in light of social media profiles and the availability of consumer information online.

Adverse action lawsuits have popped up often in the past two years, and yet because the instance of an adverse action issue arising is rare compared to the number of applicants processed, companies often neglect compliance in this key area.

Home Depot reached a $1.8 million settlement this week, and many people stand to benefit. In other news, Texas is experiencing difficulties due to the dropping gas prices. Some economists even speculate that a recession may be on the brink for the state. Top class actions:

This week, a case with potential ramifications for both businesses and consumers received important attention from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau—the Bureau and the Office of the Solicitor General sent an amicus brief on behalf of the plaintiff in the case of Spokeo, Inc. v. Thomas Robins…

What you don’t know can hurt you. You could hire any of these people without a quality background screening service—Harvard did. Image: Listserve.com … James Hogue … Hogue defrauded Princeton and Harvard.

Last week, the FCRA urged the Supreme Court to pursue a case, despite the lack of actual damages. This week, the court continues an EEOC lawsuit against Rosebud restaurants, despite the lack of a plaintiff.

Today, we’ll be attending the HHCC Business Expo in Houston. If you’re at the event, drop by and see us. How can you find us? Look for “The Fifty Shades of Applicants” booth.

This week has seen several upsets—in the economy, in the courts, and in New York. We will keep you updated on the changes coming. JDSupra Business Adviser: CFPB Urges SCOTUS:

This week, the cases of compliance in the news were about companies winning against the EEOC and FCRA. As more companies become educated about what exactly is required for compliance, accurately assess their risk, and take the steps to mitigate that risk, this phenomena may become more common.

You don’t give yourself enough credit if you’re in HR. No, really. You have the power to transform your company, to empower your employees and to protect the business. It’s all about HR this week. Inc.: Six Dumb Things Your Employees Are Doing Online … Image: