Our team of experts fields real-life, everyday questions from HR managers and gives practical answers that can be applied by any HR pro in the same situation. Today’s issue: Applicants’ tax returns and W-2s. Q: We’ve been hearing a lot in the news about certain companies asking for applicants’ W-2s or tax returns. Is that […]
Posted on May 31st, 2012 by admin
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After a workplace theft, an employee fails a polygraph test and then misses out on a promotion. Can she successfully sue? Read the dramatized version of this real-life case and see if you can determine the outcome. “Why are we still dealing with this Marla Eders issue?” asked VP Adam Miller. “She resigned months ago.” […]
Posted on May 30th, 2012 by admin
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With so many HR software products available on the market today, how do you find the one that’s right for your organization? Save weeks of research & costly mistakes. Our experts will recommend the best software for your needs. In just fifteen minutes, the experts at Software Advice can help you narrow down the right […]
Posted on May 29th, 2012 by admin
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You’re just coming off a hectic holiday weekend – a good time to catch your breath and take a look at the big picture. Here’s an overview of the potential legal snares you’ll need to be aware of in the second half of 2012. It comes courtesy of labor lawyers Richard Brann and Patrick Stanron, […]
Posted on May 28th, 2012 by admin
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Financial incentives: The bigger the better, right? Maybe not. Conventional wisdom tells us that the richer the prize, the harder people will work and the more productive they will become. But new data from researchers at CalTech say that’s not what happens. After looking at brain-scan data of volunteers performing a specific motor task, the […]
Posted on May 27th, 2012 by admin
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Beware: The Paycheck Fairness Act has raised its ugly head once more. The bill, which would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act, was re-introduced by Sen. Barabara Mikulski (D-MD) this week. Ilyse Schuman, writing on dcemploymentlawupdate.com, says the bill would: Expand damages under the Equal Pay Act to include potentially unlimited compensatory and punitive awards. […]
Posted on May 26th, 2012 by admin
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Here’s the scenario: An employee — while on the job — drinks a small bottle of whiskey and more than half a fifth of vodka. Then he’s injured in a fall at the worksite. Should he collect benefits? An administrative law judge actually said “yes” — awarding him workers’ compensation benefits. But on appeal, the […]
Posted on May 25th, 2012 by admin
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If you want the best and brightest workers, your company needs to have the goods to attract (and retain) them. These companies do. The folks at BrazenCareerist.com compiled a list of some of the most attractive outside-the-box perks companies are offering these days. The problem: Most companies could only dream of offering many of the […]
Posted on May 24th, 2012 by admin
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The Department of Labor just released yet another FAQ explaining some of the finer points of the health reform law’s requirement that health plan sponsors provide beneficiaries with a Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC). Here’s what you need to know. Electronic copies are OK. The DOL’s new FAQ says plan sponsors are allowed to […]
Posted on May 23rd, 2012 by admin
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Posted on May 22nd, 2012 by admin
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