Overnight, many businesses have been forced to adopt a new reality. In the face of a worldwide coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, thousands of companies have had to send employees home to work remotely or adjust attendance policies to accommodate extended hours, reduced hours or other circumstances. You may be wondering how your company policies need to... read more
Running a business has a unique set of challenges, and when you’re growing and managing staff, things can get even more complex. With our HR expert insights we help you tackle employee management topics such as employee time off, discipline and other key areas to keep your business running efficiently.
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The rules and norms governing the workplace are changing and employee manuals need to reflect the shifts that are happening. Having well-written and up-to-date employee policies is more than a good business practice. It also helps put you on firm legal footing. Nowadays, this means addressing gender equality issues, remote working arrangements, technology use, and... read more
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As you navigate the new “normal” with the COVID-19 pandemic, you likely have many questions about how to manage your business and your staff. Most importantly, you want to be certain you’re complying with the latest COVID-related regulations to avoid legal complications. We’re here to help you address the myriad changes coming your way right... read more
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Exempt or non-exempt? That is the question. To comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), you must designate each of your employees as one or the other. There are specific FLSA guidelines to help you classify employees, but you may also have questions about how to handle certain time and pay issues under those... read more
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Establishing a productive, respectful and harassment-free environment should be a priority for all employers. But how can you protect your company (and your employees) from problematic behavior? A comprehensive anti-harassment policy is a good place to start. Effectively communicating your policy and ensuring that employees understand what it means are the next steps. Consider these... read more
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Two significant events pushed harassment from the shadows and into the spotlight: #MeToo and #TimesUp. The headlines that followed delivered a sobering message: Harassment is more of an issue than most thought. Yet, it remains an issue when employees, managers and business owners have an “It happens, but it doesn’t happen here” point of view.... read more
