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Employees sometimes have more difficulty than others doing their job through no fault of their own. The employee has a disability that makes fulfilling the role more challenging for them. For example, their hearing is particularly weak, so they cannot hear what is...
Many employees will give two weeks’ notice to their employer before they quit their job. In fact, some employees believe this is mandatory—as do some employers. But the reality is that this isn’t required at all. At-will employees are not bound by any laws that say...
The basic right to overtime pay begins with federal law. Hourly and non-exempt salaried workers in every state have the right to receive overtime wages when they work more than 40 hours per work week. California enforces the basic federal overtime rule while also...
Human resources (HR) is often associated purely with administrative tasks. While HR is involved with this, its role is much more comprehensive. HR plays a key role in legal compliance, employment policies, risk assessments and preventing reputational damage. Below...
Hiring new workers can be a complicated process. Businesses have to balance the desire for the best talent available with the need to control operating costs. Employers want to bring in people who are excited about the company and their position within the...
Employees perform their job duties with the expectation of being compensated by their employers. Some people assume that this will be done without issues, but there are times when employees don’t perform as required, employers opt to terminate employees or employees...
When your employee requests a reasonable accommodation for their disability, you might wonder where to draw the line between what's feasible and what creates an undue hardship for your business. Understanding this distinction helps you make fair decisions while...
Social media is a great way to keep up with friends and family. You can share glimpses of your life in photos and written posts. However, it is very important that you think twice about what you post if you think your employers also read your posts. Sharing certain...
If you asked most employers, they would tell you they do all they can to prevent harassment in their workplace. The truth is that many are not doing all they can. While some are doing quite a bit, many should do more. Here are three things that all employers can do to...
Both state and federal laws impose rules regarding the treatment of employees. One of the most important protections is the right to a minimum hourly wage. Workers paid on an hourly basis should receive wages that are high enough to afford them a basic standard of...