1099 Employees

Our company uses a lot of "1099 employees." I was recently told that's not permissible. What's the deal?

By definition, someone receiving a 1099 is not…

What is meant by “ban the box?”

Ban the Box is an expression used to limit employment application questions that seek information about criminal histories, unless such an inquiry is…

Pay rates are a private matter – right?

Wrong! Many employers mistakenly believe that what an individual earns is a private matter and shouldn’t be discussed with other employees. Some employers…

Supreme Court rulings about overtime

Why did the Supreme Court just rule that someone earning in excess of $200,000/year is entitled to overtime? 

What is the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act?

Beginning on June 27, 2023, employers, with 15 or more qualified employees, will need to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who…

Coronavirus Contingency Plan for Your Organization

With more and more cases of COVID-19, the coronavirus, being reported throughout the United States, it’s important to ensure your organization has a plan…

How to Make Your Job Posting Stand Out

Cupid’s in Trouble with HR: Workplace Romance Do’s & Don’ts

Employee Questions: Help Your Team Figure It Out on Their Own

The phrase “just google it” has become pretty common in many a workplace. We live in an age where infinite wisdom is just a few mouse clicks away.…