HR Tips

When an employee leaves an employer, federal and state laws dictate when the employer must provide the employee with their final pay, where it must be delivered to, and what the pay must include. Here are some considerations about final pay.

The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that employers pay most employees at least the federal minimum wage for each hour worked as well as overtime pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek. Here are some key things to know for both federal exemptions and state exemptions, along with some state-specific changes for 2023.

Dealing with difficult employees can come with running a business. While it may be tempting to ignore these issues and hope they resolve on their own, without intervention, they can — and often do — get worse. To help you address difficult situations, here are some examples of employee challenges and guidelines for helping employees get back on track.

Misclassification of employees as exempt from overtime is one of the most common Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations and a focal point for government enforcement. Below are eight red flags that an employee is (or may be) misclassified.

When employees fail to report for work without prior notice ("no call/no show"), they can leave employers scrambling to find a replacement. After a number of no calls/no shows, many employers will consider the job abandoned. To address this, employers often include job abandonment guidelines in their attendance policies. Here are some points to consider when drafting and enforcing these policies.

When an employee resigns, accepting their resignation and conducting an exit interview are two important steps in the voluntary termination process. With proper care, these steps can help ensure a smooth departure and transition, and provide employers with valuable information. However, mistakes can lead to headaches and/or additional costs later. To help, here are some guidelines for a smooth transition.

In recent weeks, the federal government and several states have declared a public health emergency in response to increases in monkeypox cases. As a result, employers may have questions about the impact of this public health emergency on the workplace. 

Knowing what questions to ask and what questions to avoid is critical to conducting an effective and compliant interview. Some questions are expressly prohibited by law while others may directly or indirectly reveal an applicant is a member of a protected group. Both types of questions should be avoided during interviews. Here are five examples of questions to avoid, along with some suggested alternatives.

The U.S. Supreme Court has recently issued decisions that are sparking intense debate around the country. As a result, employers may see more employees express their views on these rulings in the workplace and engage in heated political discussions and activity. Here are some guidelines to consider to help you prepare for these situations.