Compensation
Heads up: In recent months, a number of federal agencies -- including the FBI and IRS -- are warning employers about new scams targeting employees' direct deposit, W-2 and I-9 information. And these scams have wreaked havoc on scores of…
HR pros have seen plenty of news stories about giant corporations that are passing along the savings from the new tax law to their employees. But until now, it's been tough to get a picture of just how many employers,…
Ask employees and HR pros what the Human Resources department actually does, and you're liable to find some common beliefs and some major differences. (more…)
When it comes to spousal surcharges and all the fallout that follows such a move, employers have a variety of options to choose from. (more…)
Courts have ruled that managers and supervisors can be held personally liable for FLSA violations. And now, in a new twist, courts are saying they can be individually liable for FMLA violations as well. Here's why and when. (more…)
A U.S. District Court just gave employers a helpful example of when it's okay to NOT pay workers for the time they spend in training. The court acknowledged the Department of Labor (DOL) has six criteria for deciding whether a…
If you don’t want your employee handbook to qualify as a contract in court, then here's what it should say. (more…)
Many features of employer-sponsored 401(k)s vary greatly from company to company. So what does a “typical” 401(k) look like? (more…)
Does your incentive program bolster company culture or diminish it? Guest poster Catherine Spence explores how companies can design incentives that strengthen engagement and reinforce organizational values. (more…)
The NFL Combine just concluded, making this the perfect time to review some of the most ridiculous interview questions NFL scouts and coaches have asked future league employees. (more…)
A lot of employees, especially your troublemakers (you know who they are), think they're safe when they leave the work premises. They're not. (more…)
It took a while, but employers finally have some sold guidance on how to design their wellness program incentives so they don't violate the ADA. (more…)
When it comes to complying with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act -- or COBRA -- mistakes will happen, and courts understand that. But it's egregious errors like this they won't stand for. (more…)
If your organization uses the services of independent contractors, here's something to think about: Lowe's Home Centers is on the hook to the tune of $6.5 million -- plus legal fees -- to settle a lawsuit filed by ICs who…
When it’s used correctly, paid time off (PTO) is the type of benefit that prevents employees from burning out. Unfortunately, PTO abuse is an all-too-common occurrence for many employers. (more…)
