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 ...

States and local jurisdictions are enacting laws impacting employers at a rapid pace. In January, we identified several employment trends to watch in 2019. With a lot of legislative activity taking place in the first half of this year, now is a good time to reflect on these trends and to assess ...

Now is a good time to think about challenges related to dress codes and time off. To help set clear expectations with employees and ensure the summer months are safe and productive, consider reviewing your dress code, holiday, vacation, and rest break policies. Dress Codes: Summer is the time ...

Overview:  The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay non-exempt employees for all "hours worked." Determining an employee's pay can sometimes be complicated since hours worked includes not only time actually spent working but also certain nonproductive time. Below, we ...

Overview:  With spring in full swing and summer approaching, employers may be thinking about hiring minors for the summer months. If you plan to hire minors, be sure to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Here are seven requirements to consider for hiring ...

Overview:  On March 7, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a proposed rule that would increase the minimum salary required to qualify for exemptions from overtime for administrative, professional, executive, and highly compensated employees. Here are some answers to some ...