The simplest way to keep things straight is this: a leave of absence is the broad category for any authorized time away from work, and FMLA is one specific, federally protected type of leave that falls under that umbrella. The two terms are sometimes used...
Time & Attendance
Do we have to pay nonexempt employees when we close due to severe weather?
Question: Do we have to pay nonexempt employees when we close due to severe weather? Answered by the HR Experts: When you close due to severe weather, nonexempt employees (those who are entitled to overtime) need to be paid only for actual hours worked plus any...
Will Your Time Records Hold Up if There’s an Employee Pay Dispute?
Accurate timekeeping is more than an administrative task. It’s your first line of defense in a pay dispute. Whether the issue involves overtime, missed breaks, or misclassified hours, weak or inconsistent records can quickly turn a routine inquiry into a costly legal...


