To lower costs and avoid layoffs during difficult times, employers may consider reducing employees' regular work hours. Among other things, a reduction in hours can affect wage and hour law compliance, eligibility for unemployment and benefits, loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection ...

Federal, state and local laws prohibit employers from discriminating against individuals because of race, national origin, sex, pregnancy, disability, and certain other characteristics. During the COVID-19 pandemic, employers must navigate all employment decisions — including those related ...

Some states have announced plans to ease restrictions that were placed on businesses and individuals as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether or not your business is located in one of these states, you're probably starting to wonder what steps you’ll need to take to safely welcome ...

The steps you take during the hiring process can mean the difference between a productive hire and a costly hire. Find out how pre-employment tests can help you assess a candidate's skills and suitability for the position. ·       Cognitive tests to ...

Some laws require employers to provide information to employees via a written policy. Policies are also important for communicating company expectations and requirements. Here are 10 “must-have” policies for 2020. #1: At-will employment This statement reiterates that, absent ...

When bad weather strikes and disrupts your business operations, you may wonder whether you need to pay employees who don't report to work. To learn the rules, check out these frequently asked questions about inclement weather and pay. Q: We were closed for an entire day because of the weather. ...

A diverse workforce can bring new ideas, fresh perspectives, and improve employee engagement. However, employers sometimes find it a challenge to attract the right talent. To help, here are some best practices for recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce. #1: Understand which groups are ...

Untitled Document The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently released a final rule that will increase the minimum salary required for employees to be exempt from overtime. This final rule takes effect on January 1, 2020 — less than 90 days ...

If an employee engages in off-duty conduct that you consider problematic, your first instinct may be to take action. However, there are federal, state and local laws that protect certain off-duty conduct. Read 10 scenarios when you should be cautious before disciplining an employee. Scenario ...

Employers are always looking for better ways to hire, pay, motivate, and manage their employees. While some ideas can seem great in theory, in practice, they may backfire. Here are six examples. #1: Unpaid suspensions. “To demonstrate how serious we are about harassment, let’s ...