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Hybrid work could eventually result in lawsuits, Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom told Bloomberg. Single men could return to the office full-time while working mothers may work from home some days. It could result in a difference in promotion rates and a "legal minefield" for companies, he said. The future of work could bring about new challenges for employers and employees alike — including, one leading economist says, legal issues. In a new interview with Bloomberg's Olivia Rockeman, Nicholas Bloom, a Stanford University economist who's an expert on remote work, shared his findings from a year-long survey of US companies and their employees.
Getty More subtle methods like on-site vaccinations or free transportation and can be just as effective. Marketing promotions and making it a hassle to avoid getting vaccinated can also be persuasive. A workplace showdown may be brewing over mandating vaccinations. Employers would love the sense of certainty that comes with a vaccinated workforce. Workers can be brought back sooner than later, there's no need for physical distancing in the office, and there will be less worry about employees falling ill from COVID-19. And polls suggest many workers would love this, too. One recent survey found that over 60% of workers want their companies to require everyone to get vaccinated before returning to the office.