HR & People Management

January 17, 2022

Some laws require employers to provide information to employees via a written policy. Policies are also important for communicating company expectations and requirements. This article discusses 10 policies that are considered must-have for 2022.

October 11, 2021

Employers must comply with numerous requirements, including paperwork and notices, when hiring new employees. In addition to required new hire paperwork, documentation is recommended to help administer payroll, benefits, and other HR responsibilities. This article addresses some key forms to keep in mind.

September 6, 2021

The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay most employees overtime pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek (some states require overtime in additional situations), with exemptions for certain employees. Here are 9 mistakes to avoid when paying your exempt employees.

August 12, 2021

During the height of the pandemic, many employees didn't use much vacation time because of travel and other restrictions. Now that these restrictions are easing, employers may find that there's pent up demand. Use this checklist to help you develop a plan for managing vacation requests this year.

July 12, 2021

Most companies have policies or procedures governing their employment practices, but they're sometimes maintained informally. This article provides 8 key steps for small business owners to consider when creating an employee handbook or update an existing one.

June 13, 2021

As more employers bring employees back to the workplace and navigate new CDC guidance on mask-wearing, they may have questions about whether they can ask about an employee or applicant's COVID-19 vaccination status. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about vaccination inquiries.

May 4, 2021

More and more jurisdictions are passing laws requiring employers to provide paid leave to employees, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated this trend. To help you understand the potential impact on your existing policies, here are answers to some frequently asked questions on paid sick leave, vacation, and paid time off.

April 5, 2021

The COVID-19 work-from-home era has created new payroll challenges for employers.

March 4, 2021

Don't miss the three steps to help determine whether it's best to pay overtime or hire new staff.

February 22, 2021

Never has the US seen a year, nor a labor market, quite like that of 2020. Moving into the new year, 2021 is expected to continue upon the COVID-19-induced labor market trends and employers must evolve with this new normal.

January 30, 2021

Businesses must understand the compliance trends with the potential to shape 2021.