Hey Compliance Warriors! As 2016 approaches, we are preparing to update our tables and other reference sources. But, here is a sneak peek of the Employment Law Update 2016 we obtained from one of the law firms we use for guidance and case law interpretation. Enjoy!
By State, Human Resources, Payroll, VIP Compliance Update
VIP Compliance Update Dec.10, 2015: 2016 Employment Law Update by State
Today’s Release: 14 page Table of 2016 Employment Law Changes: Federally and By State
Last week, the USDOL issued a statement regarding their view of the treatment of retail employees in the workplace. The US DOL believes employees are being cheated out of minimum wage and overtime protections and they are doing something to help single out the offending employers.
Hello HelpDesk Framily! So, 2016 is just around the bend and I am super excited to do some serious updating to our HelpDesk line of tool-kits! With thousands of HelpDesk Compliance Warriors on our rolls, we get feedback asking for particular “help” to be added to the populous job aids and reference pieces. So, thank […]
Well, bummer! I have been so excited to see the Final Overtime Rule promised by the DOL and now my dreams are dashed for possibly another year. What’s a girl to do? Read the SHRM article below for all of the details and try not to cry…..
Some employers view written workplace policies and procedures as a noisy hindrance to their freedom as business owners. I have actually had people across the country tell me they refuse to follow a book that bosses them around. But, the thing is, those same employers have a tendency to treat employees differently in same or […]
I understand that you may really hate the idea of discussing things like racism, religious tolerance, bad attitudes and many other difficult or hot-button topics that cause friction between co-workers. But, we do it anyway, right? Even more difficult are the topics surrounding Workplace Violence. We are dodging at least one very crucial topic that […]
Audit Secure TV, Human Resources, Training
Audit Secure Series: Steps 7 and 8 Training and Internal Audits
Step 7 Training Step 8 Internal Audits Let me know what you think in the comments below. Smarter is Better Solutions for a Smarter Compliance Strategy Here’s what we’ve got for you: Over 20 Video and Audio Solutions to start you on an Audit-Secure action plan for your business. OSHA 101 in to begin your […]
On Friday, October 30, 2015, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to amend the regulations implementing Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) as they relate to employer wellness programs that are part of group health plans. The proposed rule would allow employers who offer […]
HR News, Human Resources, OSHA
SAFE Act Introduced to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors in the Workplace
Women and men across the country are driven from their jobs and homes annually due to relentless abusers. My hope is that one day soon employers will realize the severity of domestic violence realities and willingly participate in the effort to protect workers who stand to lose everything. On October 27, 2015, Senator Patty Murray […]