In the past year, we’ve seen the DOL ratchet up its on-site FMLA investigations. So what can employers expect moving forward? More on-site FMLA investigations by the feds where firms will be asked to fork over increasingly detailed info regarding their administration processes. At least that’s what Helen Applewhaite said at a recent FMLA/ADA compliance […]
Posted on May 21st, 2014 by admin
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Wouldn’t logic dictate that a medical care facility would understand the rules around managing employees with chronic health issues (read: disabilities)? Then explain this recent EEOC settlement. Christian Care Center, a Johnson City, TN-based nursing home facility, recently agreed to pay $90,000 and furnish other relief to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the federal agency. […]
Posted on May 20th, 2014 by admin
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A lot of employees, especially your troublemakers (you know who they are), think they’re safe when they leave the work premises. They’re not. You can still hold them accountable for a lot of their actions. Like what? Employment law attorney and partner at the firm Fisher & Phillips LLP, Shayna Balch, recently answered that question […]
Posted on May 19th, 2014 by admin
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Reassuring news: Employers aren’t guilty of retaliation when they fail to promote an employee who’s done something really stupid. We refer to the case of Charles Davis, a long-time custodian for Unified School District 500 in Kansas. Davis began his employment with the district in 1991. In 2007, the school board considered a recommendation to terminate […]
Posted on May 18th, 2014 by admin
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Sure, your hiring practices have all the bases covered from a legal standpoint. But do they do everything possible to bring in the best talent? Chances are, you’ve got a few gaps to fill. To help plug those holes, Suzanne Lucas, long-time HR vet and author of EvilHRLady.org and Dominick J. Bratti, employment law attorney for the firm […]
Posted on May 17th, 2014 by admin
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From the looks of things, this retail chain could use a review of its policies on how to treat workers with disabilities. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently filed suit against AutoZone, Inc., claiming the auto parts supplier violated federal law when it implemented a nationwide attendance policy that failed to accommodate certain disability-related […]
Posted on May 16th, 2014 by admin
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Even though unemployment remains high, employers are reporting there’s a talent shortage in this country. What that means is this: Your most talented employees know other jobs are waiting for them. Are your managers doing enough to keep them? The old adage — people quit their boss, not their job — is true, according to […]
Posted on May 15th, 2014 by admin
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In the past decade, time and attendance technology has advanced rapidly, making it difficult for organizations to maximize the benefits that time and attendance solutions now provide. As we know all too well, if you can’t keep up with the latest technology you may soon find yourself with an obsolete system that increases your costs […]
Posted on May 14th, 2014 by admin
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When it’s used correctly, paid time off (PTO) is the type of benefit that prevents employees from burning out. Unfortunately, PTO abuse is an all-too-common occurrence for many employers. And that can be costly. Nearly $4,000 per worker In fact, unplanned absenteeism can costs firms roughly $3,600 annually per hourly employee and up to $2,650 […]
Posted on May 13th, 2014 by admin
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When employee incentives are used correctly, they can have a substantially positive impact on the entire workforce. Research shows that incentives can significantly increase workers’ motivation and productivity. Plus, they allow workers to reap the rewards of what they achieved. All too often, however, employers try to use incentives in ways they’re not meant to […]
Posted on May 12th, 2014 by admin
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