Overview – Understanding Employment at Will Termination, while often unpleasant, is simply a necessary part of the employment relationship. Once an employment relationship no longer serves the needs of both …
Employee Handbooks 101
Employers use employee handbooks as an efficient way to communicate essential information to employees about company. In addition, some policies may provide general notice and details of employee rights required …
Employee Handbook Essentials
As a business owner, you have many things on your mind like logistics, staffing, cash flow, and payroll, to name a few. Whether you are a new business or an …
What is an Exempt and Non-Exempt Employee?
Hourly, Salary, Exempt, Non-Exempt – what does it all mean? It’s an exciting day – after a long search, your company has made a hire for a new position! Everything …
Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace
Several federal laws protect against pregnancy discrimination or grant rights to workers based on pregnancy or related medical conditions. These rights and protections may include rights to: be free from …
Employee Turnover – What You Need to Know
Turnover occurs when an employee leaves an employer, usually voluntarily, and will need a replacement. When turnover is high, it’s a signal to an employer to look at their organization …
5 Steps for Successful Employee Onboarding
When employee onboarding is used correctly, businesses usually see a positive ripple-effect on new hire’s morale. The first day is usually the most important for new hires. Making them feel …
3 Tips for Updating Employee Handbooks
Human resource departments have several different tasks on their plates entering the new year. One of the most significant projects is updating employee handbooks for new and current workers. When …
HR Questions to Ask When Evaluating Candidates
Screening candidates is no easy task for those in human resources. A good hire is much more than bringing on someone who has achieved both the educational and professional landscapes. …
Background Checks Can Put Employers at Risk
Background checks used to be a routine part of the hiring process. Still, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has changed several regulations that have put the viability of …