Human Resources

Source: ADP® HR Tip of the Week   Managing HR responsibilities isn’t always easy, but it can be even more difficult if employees have negative attitudes about HR. Here are eight ways you can help foster positive sentiments and build trust in your HR function:   #1: Communicate clearly and effectively. Be straightforward and communicate...

Source: ADP® Tip of the Week   The end of the employer-employee relationship is an inevitable part of running a business and requires special care. To help you manage your next employee separation, we address some common misconceptions about the termination process below.   Myth #1: At-will employment means you can fire an employee for...

Source: ADP® HR Tip of the Week   Managing HR responsibilities can be a daunting responsibility when you are running a small business. To help, we created a checklist that you can use to help audit your HR policies and practices.   Hiring:   Develop policies and practices that result in quality hiring decisions and...

By Rosemarie Lally, J.D./SHRM   Takeaway: Employers should not rely on conclusory language in contracts regarding employees’ status as salaried professionals.    A federal appeals court found that material factual questions remained in dispute regarding whether a public employer proved that its staff nurses were paid on a salary basis and that employees working in...

Reasonable suspicion for conducting a drug test refers to specific, objective, and documented observations of an employee’s behavior, appearance, or performance that indicate possible substance use or impairment. It requires more than a hunch or rumor and must be based on facts that can be articulated clearly. Here are the key elements of reasonable suspicion:...

By Annabel Pollioni/SHRM   Takeaway: This case shows that an employer can avoid liability on a failure-to-accommodate cause of action if the employee making the request is seeking a second chance to prove they can perform the essential functions of a position instead of an actual accommodation.   The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals...

By Allen Smith, J.D.   Despite the spread of remote work, clear inclement weather policies can reduce workflow disruption and ensure wage and hour compliance for many businesses.   “All employers with brick-and-mortar facilities should consider establishing inclement weather policies, especially if there is any requirement to work in the office,” said Joe Mulherin, an...

By Kathryn Mayer   Employee mental health has already been a top concern for organizations this year, as employees have dealt with work stress, soaring financial pressure, and other concerns that have taken a toll on their overall well-being. But add holiday and end-of-year stress to that, and employee mental well-being becomes an even bigger...

There are many thoughtful and creative ways to thank your clients for their loyalty and support. Here are some effective ideas:   Personalized Thank-You Notes Sending handwritten or personalized thank-you cards shows sincerity and effort. It adds a personal touch that clients appreciate in the digital age. Exclusive Discounts or Offers Offer your loyal clients...

By Jeffrey Rhodes/SHRM   Takeaway: A company staffing skilled trades workers at jobsites could not evade liability for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act by claiming that its employees’ long-distance work only started once they arrived at each jobsite.   The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a district court’s summary judgment decision...