The hidden risks of PTO
June 19, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
There’s no federal or state law that says you have to offer employees paid vacations or paid time off (PTO). More…
June 19, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
HR’s strange side: Promoting diversity — the don’ts from Delaware
May 13, 2009 by Jim Giuliano
When one of our readers submits a good idea, such as a useful form or document, others often ask for copies. You are not going to ask for copies of the newsletter Delaware used to try to promote diversity. More…
7 Facts every HR manager should know about wrongful discharge
April 10, 2009 by Jim Giuliano
A down economy is an up time for wrongful-discharge lawsuits by employees who have been let go — and are angry about it. More…
Who won this case: Does HR have to follow written policy?
March 18, 2009 by Jim Giuliano
An employee is terminated for publicly cursing at and insulting a member of upper management. The employee sues, charging the termination violates HR’s own written policies. Who won this real-life case? More…
Why handbooks are a pain — and necessary
January 14, 2009 by Jim Giuliano
Resolved: Putting together a good employee handbook is a pain. But having a weak one — or none at all — could be dangerous. More…
13 states consider workplace-bully laws
October 31, 2008 by Jim Giuliano
HR’s new function: Standing up to workplace bullies. What used to be considered a good idea may now become law. More…
2 tested ways to protect against FLSA snags
June 20, 2008 by Jim Giuliano
Hardly anyone can be certain about complying with all the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act relating to overtime and white-collar exemptions. But you can adopt good policies that protect your company from penalties if someone does make a compliance blunder. More…
I-9 auditor says, ‘Most companies fail this test’
June 13, 2008 by Jim Giuliano
Using a four-step test, attorney Jim Velasco audits companies’ I-9 procedures to make sure they comply with government standards. Most companies fail the test. More…
Education assistance for employees: Making sure you get your money’s worth
April 4, 2008 by Jim Giuliano
If you decide to pay employees to learn more about and become better at their jobs, you’ll also want to make sure you don’t overlook a key factor in making sure the investment is worthwhile.
What’s worse, root-canal surgery or putting together a new policy manual?
March 31, 2008 by Jim Giuliano
Your boss says, “We need a new policy manual.” Be assured, the task doesn’t have to be the equivalent of brain surgery, or even dental surgery.
