HR Tips

When bad weather strikes and disrupts your business operations, you may wonder whether you need to pay employees who don't report to work. To learn the rules, check out these frequently asked questions about inclement weather and pay.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently released a final rule that will increase the minimum salary required for employees to be exempt from overtime. This final rule takes effect on January 1, 2020 — less than 90 days from now. Evaluate your options and start preparing today.

If an employee engages in off-duty conduct that you consider problematic, your first instinct may be to take action. However, there are federal, state and local laws that protect certain off-duty conduct. Read 10 scenarios when you should be cautious before disciplining an employee.

States and local jurisdictions are enacting laws impacting employers at a rapid pace. In January, we identified several employment trends to watch in 2019. With a lot of legislative activity taking place in the first half of this year, now is a good time to reflect on these trends and to assess how evolving rules will impact your business. Below are recent developments in four major employment areas: sexual harassment prevention, overtime, paid leave, and marijuana laws.

Now is a good time to think about challenges related to dress codes and time off. To help set clear expectations with employees and ensure the summer months are safe and productive, consider reviewing your dress code, holiday, vacation, and rest break policies.

On March 7, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a proposed rule that would increase the minimum salary required to qualify for exemptions from overtime for administrative, professional, executive, and highly compensated employees. Here are some answers to some frequently asked questions about the proposed rule.