Employee classifications are based on job duties and responsibilities. The classifications impact compensation, benefits and work hours; they are also used by employers to maintain compliance with labor laws. The most common classifications are exempt and nonexempt. Exempt employees are typically salaried workers who (a) are paid the same...
Even if employers do not think of it this way, they rely on the health and well-being of their employees to keep their businesses running. Employee absences disrupt any business's workflow. Businesses can support their employees' good health by offering health-related benefits. One such benefit might...
As the U.S. moves beyond pandemic-era policies, employers are increasingly calling workers back into the office full- or part-time. This continuing shift in work environment creates tension for many employees, including some workers with disabilities who recognize that telework has improved their ability to access...
Question: Do we need to tell employees when employment laws change? Answer: Possibly. As the employer, you need to stay up to date on legal changes that affect your organization, and your leadership team, managers, human resources, and payroll departments should be kept aware...
High turnover can quickly become costly. We recommend the following practices to increase retention: Pick the right people in the first place. Put thought and care into your recruitment and interview procedures. The more time you and other employees can spend with candidates, the more...
As we start the second half of 2024, many of your clients are likely reviewing their budgets and planning for the upcoming year. This is an ideal time to consider how they can streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance their overall efficiency. One area...
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act provides employees with continued access to health insurance coverage, helping them bridge the gap between losing employer-sponsored health coverage and finding alternative plans. COBRA is used so that employees can continue with insurance under circumstances — job loss, reduction...
Question: We are looking to implement formal training programs. What types of training would you recommend we have for all employees? Answered by the HR Experts: Employee training is going to vary from industry to industry, but there are some types of training we recommend for...
Question: We have a longtime employee who’s no longer meeting expectations. The owner is afraid to hold them accountable because they’re over 40 and therefore in a protected class. What can we do? Answered by the HR Experts: In general, you shouldn’t let an employee’s protected...
By the end of the process your payroll system, tax information, benefit plans, and any personnel records (i.e., phone lists, email systems, and other employee lists/systems, etc.) should be updated, but here is some guidance on when and how to update: Prior to updating your...