Three Ways to Make Holiday Parties More Inclusive
Tired of the same old holiday party? Want to make your workplace more inclusive? Here are three simple tips to create a more welcoming holiday celebration for all employees.
The Impact of Replacement Costs
To catch up with higher replacement costs driven by inflation, companies across the board are raising rates — even if you’ve had no claims.
Ask the Experts: Pay During Power Outages
Unsure how wage laws apply to remote workers? We’ve got you covered.
Ask the Experts: WFH Labor Posters
Have remote employees? You may be required to provide hard copies of required labor posters.
Ask the Experts: Sick Employee Goes AWOL
Sick Employee Gone AWOL? Don’t assume voluntary resignation! Learn about potential legal protections and how to handle a disappearing employee without getting into legal hot water. Get expert advice on contacting, documenting, and terminating if necessary.
Ask the Experts: Employee Plus Ones
Should we let employees bring guests to company events? Find out the pros and cons of plus-ones.
Ask the Experts: Harassment Investigations
What are the key steps involved in conducting a thorough harassment investigation? We look at selecting an unbiased interviewer, conducting thorough interviews, gathering evidence, making a decision, taking appropriate action, and informing the complainant of the outcome.
Ask the Experts: Background Checks
Employers must obtain explicit permission from applicants or employees before conducting background checks, as mandated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Ask the Experts: Job-Related Training
Employers generally must pay for mandatory job-related training but not for voluntary training outside work hours that doesn’t directly benefit the employee’s current role.
Ask the Experts: When to Tell Staff About Law Changes
Unsure about informing employees of employment law changes? Employers must stay updated on legal changes, but informing all employees might not be necessary. Learn about the potential benefits and drawbacks of sharing this information with your team and discover best practices for compliance.
