As most business owners already know, leadership is a concept that should be demonstrated throughout all levels of an organization. Leadership is influencing and inspiring a team to achieve a specific goal. Because a company’s culture is a pivotal component of its success, employers are wise to offer all employees a range
Local, state, and federal laws protect employee rights in the workplace, and employers are obligated to follow the various statutes that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and other government agencies oversee. These laws were enacted to protect employees from discrimination, harassment, hostile work environments, and other unfair labor practices.
For employers to comply with the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations, they must be careful to classify their workers as exempt or non-exempt correctly. The correct classification of workers is essential because non-exempt employees generally have more protections than exempt employees. To ensure
Remember that employees are the default status and that you must qualify in several ways to opt into contractor status. If someone suggests you use contractors instead of employees, have them explain that you pass every criterion of the test that permits you to categorize a worker as a contractor.
Businesses with fifty or more full-time employees must offer health insurance coverage to employees who work 30+ hours per week. While companies with fewer than fifty workers are not held the same standard, the reality in today’s economic environment is that many small and mid-sized businesses cannot afford the high
What is Unlimited Vacation Time? Labor shortages throughout the U.S. have employers scrambling to attract new talent. In addition to paying higher salaries, employers are also responding by offering more attractive work environments, better working conditions, and innovative benefits. A particularly appealing benefit to many job seekers is one
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) governs the use of service dogs in public places. But many people ask if the same ADA rules apply when a disabled person who is being assisted by a service animal seeks to gain access to a healthcare facility. 1 Service Animals are Allowed
When toxic behavior in the workplace creates a hostile atmosphere, targeted employees are often subjected to incidents of unwelcome conduct over prolonged periods of time. According to various work-related studies conducted by universities and corporations across the county, approximately 20% of all employees say they have experienced a hostile work
Employers should be prepared for challenges that may arise when a disabled employee begins to bring their service animal to work. Employers who anticipate the various issues associated with having an animal on the premises may be able to avoid problems by taking preventative measures. Setting ground rules and establishing
This is the information we need to help draft your service animal policy. Service dogs are highly trained working animals that assist those with impaired mobility, vision, PTSD, or other disabilities to perform specific tasks. It is not unusual for employees with disabilities to have their service animal accompany them
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