Employee Relations

Make sure your employee handbook is up to date with the latest HR hot topics; learn more about what to include here! 1. Collective Bargaining  In a series of

There are very important legal differences between being an independent contractor and an employee. These differences go beyond job title. In fact, sometimes the job title doesn’t match

If your wellness program includes a health risk assessment or biometric screening or seeks spousal information, evaluate whether the program meets the new Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules.

Create a policy for choosing a remote agent: Employers can technically choose any individual to serve as their authorized representative for completing an I-9 form. While this flexibility may

1. Start the Onboarding Process Before Day One One of the most important steps a company can take when executing an onboarding program is to begin the process prior

Harassment includes any physical or verbal conduct demonstrating hostility toward a person because of his or her age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability or other “legally

This sample policy was ruled lawful by the NLRB in May 2012 in the Operations Management Memo  At [Employer], we understand that social media can be a fun and rewarding

Laws differ in each state, but most states protect an employee’s right to take time off to carry out civic duties like voting. State laws typically prohibit employers from

An employer must pay wages two (2) times per month (semi-monthly), unless otherwise exempt. An employer must establish and maintain regular paydays and must post and maintain posted

How can we keep stress levels low and the management headaches minimal this time of year? Here are some ideas for limiting holiday-caused hassles within the office environment.