’Tis the season for not giving: More employers cut holiday bonuses, perks
The days of company holiday parties and year-end bonuses may be coming to an end.
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'Are you fat and jolly? You're hired, for one month'
Employment agencies in Germany are looking for seasonal workers who are cheerful, chubby men. Natural white beard a plus. Employer will provide red suit.
'Cadillac' tax delayed: What it means for HR pros
Employers got an early Christmas present when President Obama signed a budget bill that delayed the implementation of the Affordable Care Act’s tax on high-value or “Cadillac” health plans.
'R U there? i cant work 2nite': When leave requests get complicated
Did a text message qualify as a request for FMLA leave?
'Social anxiety disorder' is qualifying condition under ADA: Court
The definition of disability — the kind employers have to make an effort to accommodate — just keeps getting wider and wider.
'Tis the season — to be extra careful about holiday legal issues
Ah, the holidays. Time for good cheer, love of family and friends, warm memories — and the potential for some nasty legal hassles for HR.
'We didn't know he was disabled: Do we have to accommodate him?'
Here’s more disappointing proof that employees (or rather, ex-employees) will sue you for just about anything these days. The more disturbing fact: Sometimes, seemingly ridiculous lawsuits are found to have merit.
'Why did you bother?': The 7 worst holiday gifts from bosses
These managers might have been better off getting their employees a really nice card instead of these holiday gift atrocities.
12 of the craziest office holiday party stories
While many employees have been subjected to awkward situations or obnoxious drunk co-workers at the office Christmas party, some have stories that really stand out.
13 most annoying people to work with
Which type of employees drive their co-workers to complain to you? Maybe you’ll recognize one of your employees on this list.
200 baggage screeners fired for stealing
It’s like firing your security guard for theft. But that’s just what the Transportation Security Administration had to do.
3 things Clark Griswold can teach us about employee bonuses
When do bonuses become run-of-the-mill compensation? When there’s no mystery about how much they’ll be and when they’ll arrive. Here’s a better way to structure your bonus pay.
5 simple ways to make your new hire feel welcome
When it comes to an employer making a good impression on a new employee, the first few days are crucial. But many onboarding programs can still come across as an afterthought.
7 Sinfully Bad Gifts From Bosses
Every year produces a slew of new knucklehead bosses who have no common sense when it comes to gift giving. Here are seven incredibly bad gifts employees have received.
7 states increasing minimum wage in 2011
Hundreds of thousands of U.S. workers will enjoy a belated Christmas present on Jan. 1, as seven states will increase their minimum wage.
7 ways HRMS can transform your HR department
A typical day in HR is… anything but typical. Whether you’re dealing with an employee suddenly leaving or your CEO demanding results, you’re constantly on the move and putting out new fires. You’re busy, to say the least. And on top of it all, you still have to answer questions about payroll and keep up […]
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