Employees are the most important element of every business. Their contributions play a significant role in determining the success of any organization. Companies with a medium or large scale employee base rely... Read more »
I-9 form or Employment Eligibility Verification Form is a drafted file that has to be furnished by the employer, if he/she is hiring a new employee. This serves as a legal document... Read more »
In September of 2008, President Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (“ADAAA” or the “Amendments”), which will become effective on January 1, 2009. The ADAAA... Read more »
It's no surprise that when the economy takes a nose dive, people get extremely anxious about money. And what do we do in this country when we are low on cash? That's... Read more »
All employers are always responsible for harassment by a supervisor that culminates in tangible employment actions. If the harassment did not lead to a tangible employment action, the employer is still liable... Read more »
The cost of a bad hiring decision is much greater than the costs associated with recruiting, selecting, and training a new employee. A poor hiring decision can create a massive "opportunity cost" in... Read more »
[T]he recipe for legally defensible documentation begins with common sense and ends with a consideration of who your audience will ultimately be. Unfortunately, I can't help you with common sense. You either... Read more »
Congress is considering legislation that would eliminate secret ballot elections and require mandatory interest arbitration. Is your business ready to recognize a union without the chance to run its own anti-union campaign? ... Read more »
Businesses concerned the uncertain economy will adversely impact their businesses should act early to evaluate their existing worker classification and other employment practices for opportunities to manage costs and promote efficiency. For... Read more »
Technology is rapidly changing the landscape of today's workplace. One of the biggest changes taking place is how and where work gets done. I'm talking of course about telecommuting - the practice... Read more »