HR: Honoring USERRA Rights

According to HR Executive, 6/02/09, an Air Force Reservist was awarded nearly $1 million in a lawsuit against his former employer (Wachovia (formerly Prudential). He returned from active duty following 9/11 to find his accounts gone and his job position reduced.

Comment: I've have always strongly advocated for the laws/regulations that provide support and assistance for the brave men and women who serve our country. Part of it's personal -- the G.I. Bill paid for most of my graduate education. So I'm strongly in favor of supporting our military. I've also suggested (warned) that we can expect further legislation in this area because of our current commitments to national security and fighting terrorism. So it's very important for organizations to make sure they are complying with the requirements of USERRA and other requirements for supporting our service men and women.