As an HR professional, you have the primary responsibility for retention and disposal of employee and applicant records. The process of organizing, saving, and destroying company records can be confusing even for a seasoned professional. Save too many files, and…
In 2019, there were over 1,000 Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations reported to the US Department of Labor. Approximately half went on to face legal action and$1,915,612.00 in back pay was awarded to employees. FMLA violations are not…
Most managers and supervisors dread confronting an employee whose conduct is disruptive, but it's a necessary part of the job. When that employee is one of your top performers, the task can get even harder! You need to correct the…
SummaryThe way you, as a healthcare professional, interact with your patients on the phone can mean the difference between the patient having a positive or negative experience. You are often the patient's first impression of your healthcare organization and excellent…
A growing company is great, but it comes with additional risks and responsibility. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) wants more information as your company grows, and while EEOC guidelines may be a headache, the audit that comes from an…
Record retention - and destruction - can be an absolute nightmare without a well thought out and structured plan that's strictly followed. Particularly in a law firm environment where a records retention policy must apply to both physical and electronic…
Each year, there are about 18,000 injuries and more than 800 deaths amongst workers who operate machinery. So it comes as no surprise that machinery and machine guarding violations are in the top 10 most frequent OSHA citations. Hazards exist…
A new version of the form has just been released - and will be mandatory as of May 1st this year. Like every U.S. employer with four or more employees, you're required to complete and retain a Form I-9 for…
With every firing, no matter how well-deserved, lurking in the back of your mind is a simple question:Will they sue? Unfortunately, it's a VERY valid concern. Wrongful termination lawsuits are the #1 type of lawsuit filed by ex-employees- and many…
Writing the investigative report starts from the very beginning of your investigation and continues all through the procedure. But not all human resource experts know how to properly research, document or write a final report for an investigation. And when…
Writing the investigative report starts from the very beginning of your investigation and continues all through the procedure. But not all human resource experts know how to properly research, document or write a final report for an investigation. And when…
Workplace investigations are not only crucial for effective management but are essential in determining the validity of a bullying or harassment allegation. Conducting a fair and impartial investigation diminishes liability and decreases further misconduct. But all too often, an organization…
Workplace investigations are not only crucial for effective management but are essential in determining the validity of a bullying or harassment allegation. Conducting a fair and impartial investigation diminishes liability and decreases further misconduct. But all too often, an organization…
As a leader, you want to do it all. But, to avoid being stretched too thin, you know that delegating is a part of strong management and leadership. And, let's face it- delegating is not as easy as it seems.…
Employee retention is more than just another HR issue. It impacts every level of a company with lost productivity, shifting workloads and lost profits. Even with turnover rates at an all-time high and a cutthroat talent market - less than…
We’ve all heard the funny zoom call stories …Someone not realizing their camera is activated, a background audience saying something inappropriate, or someone not wearing pants because they think everyone just sees from the waist up – the list goes…
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