Around 27% of U.S. workers quit their jobs in 2023, which, according to a common turnover calculation, cost employers nearly a trillion dollars to replace. Unfortunately, turnover is expected to climb this year, and labor experts predict another form of the “Great Resignation” to take...
HR professionals play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime payment requirements, helping reduce legal risks and ensure workers are paid properly. Understanding FLSA overtime and minimum wage requirements and determining which employees are exempt...
An increasing number of employees are recording their termination meetings with HR representatives, managers and supervisors and posting them on various social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram and Twitter. These videos, commonly called “Watch Me Get Fired” videos, have become a trend among workers in...
Is it against the law for employees to record private conversations with co-workers, supervisors or executives without their consent? The answer is: It depends. There are a variety of laws that come into play, which vary based on locality, when analyzing workplace recordings. With the...
The Importance of Temporary Worker Safety Temporary workers are often utilized for hazardous jobs. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has found that temporary workers are at a greater risk of workplace illness and injury than permanent employees. A number of factors contribute to this higher...
HIGHLIGHTS Applicable Laws Wellness programs that provide medical care must comply with: ERISA COBRA HIPAA privacy and security rules Examples of Medical Care Biometric screenings Immunizations Physical examinations Counseling services Links and Resources Department of Labor (DOL) website on ERISA health plans and benefits An Employer’s Guide to Group Health...
Introduction You should always elect benefits during open enrollment to ensure you get the coverage you need. However, once you make your elections through a cafeteria or Section 125 plan, you are unable to change your elections until the plan year ends. But sometimes qualified life...
HIGHLIGHTS New York employers will be required to provide leave to employees whom they know are domestic violence victims. The leave must be for a reasonable amount of time and for specified purposes. An employer is excepted from the requirement if the leave would cause...
This sample policy makes clear your company's stance on service animals. This can be a stand-alone policy or part of an employee handbook. This sample policy should be customized prior to use. Service Animal Policy In compliance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),...
The possibility of a costly abuse claim arising is a very real threat for organizations that provide care or services to vulnerable populations, including children, the disabled and the elderly. Abuse can take a variety of forms as it can be physical, emotional, sexual or...