Just about every day, it seems the Department of Labor wins or settles another expensive lawsuit based on the “simple” laws of wage and hour. Below are eight beyond-the-basics FLSA questions that address wage and hour questions. How knowledgeable are you? 1. Q. Can we give an extra week of vacation to cover any overtime? [...]
We are already approaching the mid-point of 2010, and the economic forecast remains unclear. While pundits in the first quarter predicted an economic rebound, albeit with a few bumps along the way, the most recent economic indicators remain mixed, at best. Just this week, the ISM (Institute for Supply Management) reported that US supply sectors [...]
Many of us take for granted that we have a basic understanding of HR law, and can rely on common sense in most employment interactions. Well, here is a typical HR issue that comes up often – let’s see how you do! The Scenario Certain positions are maintained in your Company as light duty positions [...]
Last month, Joshua Sable, Esq., CPEhr’s in-house General Counsel, conducted a webinar covering important changes to labor laws affecting small businesses. The “2010 Employment Law Updates” webinar covered a wide range of HR topics, including the HIRE Act, health care reform, disability discrimination, harassment claims, arbitration agreements, spying on employees, and trade secret protection. Key [...]
Guest Post By Beth Schneider, http://processprodigy.com/ I used to have a recurring nightmare. I would find myself sitting in a high school classroom. I’d be chatting it up with friends I hadn’t seen in a while when suddenly the teacher would announce it was time to take the final exam. Suddenly I would remember that [...]
As the summer approaches, you may be considering using interns within your organization. Interns are not only an inexpensive source of labor, but they can provide valuable insights or bring new ideas to your company. It is estimated that 15%-20% of companies use interns on a regular basis. [1] Most Interns Must Be Paid Did [...]