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by Roger Tsai Colorado employers soon will be relieved of their obligation to complete and maintain the state employment verification affirmation form aimed at ensuring that new hires are legally eligible for employment in the United States. Governor John Hickenlooper signed the measure into law on June 8, and it will take effect August 10. […]
When it comes to using benefits to attract talent, new research finds that the standard benefits offerings—health insurance, 401(k)s, paid time off, etc.—have become commonplace. So, according to the findings in a new Recruiting Daily Advisor survey report, more employers must turn to new, trendy benefits to attract talent.
By Marisa Victor and Yael Wexler An employment contract can provide certainty and protection for both the employer and employee. But what happens when it comes time to renew it? A recent Ontario case shows what can go wrong when an employer offers an existing employee a revised contract in order to address performance or […]
A recent survey has sought to answer the simple question: will the workforce be able to keep up with new technology-related skills as they emerge?
Your wellness program is going well, with happier and healthier employees. But then, an employee sues the company alleging that the wellness program violates his rights. So your employees are healthier, but your company’s pocketbook is not in the best of condition, as it puts out money for legal fees. Do not let this happen […]
As the public grows somewhat used to data breaches, simply having to acknowledge one might no longer be devastating to customer relationships, but how and when to communicate remains critical to damage control, a data security expert said in a recent webinar. In 2005 or 2006, when customers would be notified of a breach, “many would […]
During the holiday season, many employers shut down their operations for a few days over Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s. If you’re thinking of closing up shop for the holidays this year, first make sure you’re up on special pay rules for employees who qualify as exempt from overtime. If an exempt employee performs any […]
On March 24, 2015, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released unemployment numbers showing that the 2014 unemployment rate among military veterans dropped to its lowest point since 2008. Employers’ recognition of the strengths that veterans bring to the workforce is at least one factor for this drop in unemployment. […]
“I want to fire him, but I can’t.” It’s true that some employees come with “fire retardant factors”—they are in a protected class or performed a protected act—but this doesn’t mean you can’t fire them. However, you do want to slow down and be sure that you aren’t discriminating or retaliating against them for asserting […]