Workplace investigations are among HR’s most difficult tasks, especially when harassment allegations are involved. Yet one serious risk often goes unnoticed: The risk of a defamation claim from the accused employee. A decision from a federal court in Ohio offers…
Understanding the distinction between an Employee Handbook and an HR Policy & Procedures Manual is paramount to ensuring compliance with changing federal and state regulations, laws, and statutes. Moreover, it serves as a robust defense against claims of discrimination, wrongful…
Overemployed and Polyworking: These aren't just moonlighting trends. They're more like daylighting -- remote employees working two (or more!) full-time jobs at the same time. Some call the trend Overemployed. Some call it Polyworking. Either way, it presents concerns and…
What does it mean to dress professionally, and does it really matter anymore? Those are loaded questions … the kinds that spark fury in one corner and apathy in another. Dress Code Answers Not Simple And while it might seem…
The latest workplace shooting in Manhattan puts workplace safety -- and HR's responsibilities -- in the forefront. Again. Hopefully, you never face a similar tragedy in your workplace, but unfortunately, workplace violence and deaths are on the rise, and employee…
ICE raids are becoming a reality for more and more employers. Understanding what to do (or not do) when ICE shows up at your door is critical. In our interactive, instructor-led 90-minute event, you will learn how to prepare for,…
For every company that has decided to bring its workforce back to the office (think: Amazon, Dell, JPMorgan and Zoom), another has doubled down on a hybrid or completely remote workplace model. Companies in the latter group spend a lot…
As the temperature rises across the country, so can the incidences of heat-related illness, especially for employees in higher-risk professions. HR will want to help employees prevent heat exhaustion, dehydration, heat stress, heat stroke and other ailments that come with…
There’s an increased focus on organizational culture, and specifically on workplace incivility, in business today. The best explanation of an organization’s culture is “the daily behaviors experienced by its employees, partners, and customers.” Your company culture influences every person, process,…
Gaslighting at work happens day in and day out. The most dangerous thing about gaslighting is that it’s hidden. Most people don’t realize it’s happening to them. And co-workers who might witness it usually can’t see it happening either. And…
In our interactive, instructor-led 60-minute event, you’ll learn how to confidently navigate the legal gray areas of managing a remote workforce by staying compliant with evolving ADA, OSHA, FMLA, and wage & hour laws. With more employees continuing to work…
Do you know how well your company is protected from false claims on employment applications? During the hiring process, the ability to disqualify an applicant from consideration for a job or to fire a candidate who lied on their application…
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, so it’s a good time for HR to take a closer look at how alcohol at work can affect a company's culture -- and its bottom line. Alcohol-related issues can ripple through the workplace, affecting both…
FMLA compliance can be full of potential missteps, so when the DOL releases updated guidance, it’s a good opportunity to revisit your approach. The latest focus? Medical certifications under the FMLA. Here’s a detail that often gets overlooked: FMLA regulations…
Some things are better left unsaid. Especially in the workplace. Especially when you're the boss. There simply are some things bosses shouldn't talk about at work. With employees. With colleagues. With bosses. With clients. Even in a day and age…
Employee handbooks serve as a critical tool for setting workplace expectations, but can they also create an enforceable contract? As with so many things in HR, the answer is – it depends. 4 Important Court Decisions About Employee Handbooks Courts…
