The invisible workforce (hint: your remote workers)
The success of an organization depends on effective management of remote workers. Are remote workers visible, or invisible? Is the connection between the management and.....continue
8ball v. 8ttorney – restricting employee holiday travel
It’s The Holiday Season – Can Employers Restrict Personal Travel? It’s that time of year when many folks look forward to seeing family members near.....continue
Is a pandemic a natural disaster and how would it affect HR?
Is a pandemic a natural disaster and how do they affect human resources? The New Yorker says no they are not the same.....continue
Tracking telework timekeeping
TOP TIP: Timekeeping and Telework – Guidance from the U.S. DOL The surge in telecommuting during the COVID has raised many issues for employers, including.....continue
UPDATED minimum wage chart!
Squire Patton Boggs, the author of our Wages and Hours – An Employer's Guide, updated their minimum wage chart for pretty much everywhere and anywhere......continue
OR Required break for a meal. Period.
Oregon Upholds Meal-Break Compliance On Thursday, November 14, 2019, the Oregon Court of Appeals released its decision in Maza v. Waterford Operations, LLC, 300 Or App.....continue
Employers covered by the FLSA
Employers covered Virtually anyone who employs anyone else is usually a covered employer. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) broadly.....continue
IL Wage history ban FAQs from the houses mouth
Dear Illinois Employer: New Law Prohibits Employers from Asking for Wage History Pursuant to Public Act 101-0177 the Illinois Equal Pay Act now bans.....continue
DOL changes overtime equation
Overtime Changes Effective January 1, 2020 On September 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule that will.....continue
Overview of the FLSA
The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) was enacted in 1938 as a means of economic recovery from the Great Depression. According to Department of.....continue
IL Salary history ban faqs just roll on
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Illinois Salary History Ban Q: What is the “salary history ban”? A: The “salary history ban” is an amendment to the.....continue
IL Artificial hiring, salary history, required training, etc.
Illinois's new employment law landscape A series of bill signings by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker have enacted sweeping changes to the landscape of employment law.....continue
PEO – back-office balm or toothpaste dispersant?
What's a PEO and How Can You Benefit from Using One? Have you heard of the term PEO before? Chances are you know a business.....continue
Look past the laws (pudding) and understand the regs (Oreo)
Buckle Your Seat Belts- Administrative Abound Changes Administrative agencies at both the federal and state level have announced a number of important changes for.....continue
NY 11 employment laws you missed if you blinked (not 10)
As 2019 wears on, New York has continued to churn out new employment laws and regulations that appear to be pro-employee. From the latest state.....continue
Wages and hours – a simple audit
The following list of questions will provide a snapshot for you to use in determining whether or not you are complying with the wage and.....continue
Nursing mothers, employers and the DOL – discuss
In a surprise announcement, the U.S. Department of Labor introduced Linda Richman and Liz Rosenberg (pictured) as hosts of the Supporting Nursing.....continue
IL Tidal wave (or tsunami) of new laws for Illinois employers
The Clock Is Ticking On Changes Required Now That The Governor Has Signed SB 75, Which Includes The Workplace Transparency Act On Friday, August 9,.....continue
Make your workplace a SUE-free zone
Ten ways employers get themselves sued (Part One) Take care of yourself! In medicine, sometimes the practices that get people in trouble are pretty simple......continue
IL/Chicago – Post work schedules or Pay(ton)
Fair Workweek Passes Chicago City Council, Employers Must Post Notice of Schedules Or Pay Employees for Schedule Changes Beginning in July 2020, many employers with.....continue
MN I gotta do what?
New and Updated Requirements Take Effect for Employers in Minnesota The last few months have brought a number of changes, big and small, to what.....continue
Summertime and HR - dress codes, office picnics, manning the grill
Miss Mannerly answers your summer HR questions Avoid a seasonal faux pas! Dear Miss Mannerly: My office is business casual -- until June. Even though we.....continue
Gift cards, taxes and the WABAC Machine
What Every Employer Needs To Know About The Tax Reform Law Late in 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”).....continue
Employees are volunteers if . . .
DOL Issues Guidance on Compensability of Company-Sponsored Volunteer Work Does the adage “no good deed goes unpunished” apply to employers that fail to pay wages.....continue
Paying Tipped Employees
U.S. DOL Offers Employers Relief From The ‘80/20’ Tip Credit Rule In good news for employers, particularly those in the restaurant and hospitality industries, the.....continue
Why You Should Care About Employment Law
Common Pitfalls for Emerging Companies Founders of emerging companies are often first-time employers and find themselves having to wade through the dense patchwork of state.....continue
Workplace Christmas Quiz (this is legit and will secondarily eat up some time before you get to go home)
This blog was written by Robin Shea at Constangy, which authors our Model Policies and Forms for Georgia Employers and our New Jersey Human Resources Manual. You.....continue
2019 minimum wage chart
Squire Patton Boggs, the author of our Wages and Hours – An Employer's Guide, put together a minimum wage chart for pretty much.....continue
Holiday stew – ingredients for a happy and non-litigious holiday
Holiday stew – we all have our own recipe, but the base is almost always the same: booze, mistletoe and a generous pinch of unapproved time.....continue
Overtime, daylight savings time and circadian rhythyms
This blog was written by Maria Greco Danaher and Hera S. Arsen, Ph.D., at Ogletree Deakins, author of our Model Policies and.....continue
401(k) plan + payroll provider = 401k good things
This blog is courtesy of Jennifer Ready at HK Finanical Services and the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) and can be found.....continue
Help hiring holiday help here
This blog was written by John Monroe and Kristina Griffin at FordHarrison, which authors our "Hiring, Firing and Discipline for Employers".....continue
Are the new DOL opinion letters like noses?
Eyes and Ears on the FLSA – U.S. Department of Labor Issues New Opinion Letters and Schedules Public Listening Sessions (US) By Jill Kirila.....continue
I've changed my name – to Optimus Prime
So say an employee, let's call him, for purposes of this exercise, Scott Edward Nall, walks into your office to let you know he has changed.....continue
Should you give your employees a little Slack – or do they have enough already?
Are Your Employees “Slackers”? How Employers Should Handle Slack—The Increasingly Popular Instant Messaging Application Launched in 2014, Slack is the fastest growing business.....continue
Bet employers must make: call and raise your minimum wage
July 1 saw a number of states and localities raise the minimum wage, so our author Ogletree Deakins put together a chart for those of.....continue
The six step DOL audit polka
If an employer is being audited by the US Department of Labor (DOL), there are several steps the employer can take to proactively prepare.....continue
Non-exempt employees – what counts as wages?
This blog is an excerpt from our book Wages and Hours – An Employer's Guide by Jill S. Kirila, Meghan E. Hill and Shennan Harris at Squire.....continue
Remote workers and the remote control
Remote workers and telecommuting Millions of employees work during normal business hours from a home office with the support of computers, Internet, faxes, telephones,.....continue
Punch clock
Dear @Littler: If we replace our punch-card timeclocks with a biometric system, are we obligated to provide a punch-proxy for employees? ..continue
Year-end or holiday incentives
Year-end or holiday incentives – you need to know the rules: … First rule: make the winner penguin-happy......continue
It’s only a matter of overtime
Have your employees been going the extra mile lately? What if they’re clocking in the equivalent of a marathon in hours? If you’re looking over.....continue
Laner Muchin's Annual Fall Employment Law Conference
Please join us at this complimentary session geared towards Human Resources Professionals, In-House Counsel and Business Owners. We will discuss important legal updates and labor.....continue
Virtual Health Care and Life Sciences Summit Finance, Accounting, Tax, Regulatory and M&A Update--Day 1
Amid uncertainty and change, life sciences and health care organizations are adjusting to financial challenges and disruption that would have previously been unthinkable. You are.....continue
Wage and Hour Minefields & The Ongoing Need For Caution During COVID-19
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused many employers to take (or consider taking) actions including having employees work from home, changing work schedules, adjusting pay,.....continue
IA: Tax Committee Meeting
To advocate for changes in Iowa law that will lead to business growth in Iowa. ABI favors continued efforts to reduce the overall tax.....continue
TX: Employment Relations Symposium
Texas Association of Business, SHRM - Texas State Council and the North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce bring you a premier learning experience for HR, Accounting.....continue
NY: End of Session Update
We’ll review the end of the 2020 Legislative session and discuss the status of Human Resources and Labor bills passed by the NYS Legislature and.....continue
National Small Business Town Hall
Friday, May 1 at noon ET, Inc. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will team up for a sixth virtual National Small Business Town Hall to help small business.....continue
NC: Overview of CARES Act Tax Relief for Businesses
Today at 2 p.m., representatives from Smith Anderson and Martin Marietta will join us to discuss tax relief available to businesses through the CARES Act. The following.....continue
IA: Iowa Employment Conference's Spring Conference
Fredrikson & Byron’s Employment & Labor Group is proud to sponsor and present at the Iowa Employment Conference’s Spring Conference. Join Patrick Smith as.....continue
NFIB Coronavirus Part III: Financial Resources and Updates for Small Business
NFIB will host a webinar on Monday, March 30, at 12 pm ET. The webinar will walk business owners and employers through the Coronavirus Aid,.....continue
FL: How to Apply for an SBA Economic Disaster Loan
The SBA South Florida District Office will host a series of Small Business Recovery webinars to provide the latest information on how the SBA is.....continue
Jacksonville Annual Labor & Employment Law Workshop
SAVE THE DATE! Sessions To Include: Workplace Violence Public Sector Update Accommodating Disabilities in the Workplace ADA/FMLA/Workers’ Compensation Sex Harassment and Discrimination Measuring Performance.....continue
Colorado Check-Up: Employment Law Changes for 2020 and Beyond
Colorado is kicking off the new decade with big changes in employment law. During this webinar, we will discuss new laws on the horizon, including.....continue
2020 NLRB Update
Our labor lawyers will review some of the key recent decisions made by the National Labor Relations Board. We will also.....continue
TN, Change is Coming: Latest Developments in the H 1-B Lottery Process
The H-1B visa program is one of the most popular visa programs in the country and the process will see big changes in 2020. As.....continue
The Wild West of HR: Wrangling Your Workplace Issues
Howdy, Partners! As the perils of the wild west of human resources and employment law continue to grow, staying up to speed and preparing for.....continue
20th Annual OSHA Recordkeeping Training & Workers' Compensation Seminar
Our annual OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Training and Workers' Compensation Seminar will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at the State Bar of Georgia in Downtown.....continue
Labor & Employment First Quarter Series (#6)
Seminar Location: Hilton Head/Bluffton Chamber 1 Chamber of Commerce Drive Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 A Year in Review and a Look Ahead We will.....continue
Navigating the FLSA's Ever-Changing Regulatory Waters
About the Program The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) governs employers’ obligations to pay most employees (unless otherwise exempt) minimum wage and overtime for.....continue
Labor & Employment First Quarter Series
Seminar Location: Burr Forman McNair 104 S. Main Street, Suite 700 Greenville, SC 29601 A Year in Review and a Look Ahead We will highlight.....continue
Game Changers: NLRB Revises Regulations and Issues Key New Rulings
December was an eventful month for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The Board finalized a rule reversing problematic provisions contained in the 2014 “ambush”.....continue
DOL Salary Regulation Changes and more
hrsimple.com subscribers please log in to register for free. This webinar will cover the new DOL Final Rule on the salary increase for exempt.....continue
Preparing for the 2021 H1B Lottery
Join Fredrikson & Byron Immigration attorneys Zhu “June” Cheng and Debra A. Schneider for a webinar that will help you prepare for the 2021 H1B Lottery. Topics.....continue
Holiday HR
On December 12th at CT Gary Wheeler from Constangy Brooks, Smith, and Prophete LLP will be presenting our Holiday HR webinar! This webinar will.....continue
Planning for Predictive Scheduling: What Chicago Employers Need to Know
Chicago’s Fair Workweek Ordinance, one of the nation’s most sweeping predictive scheduling measures, is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2020. The law calls.....continue
2020 Employment Law Update
As we leave 2019 behind, you will want to be sure that your organization is up to date on hot issues going into the new.....continue
What You Need to Know About 2020 Changes to CA Employment Law
This complimentary webinar will educate business owners, in-house counsel and human resources professionals on legislative and case law updates that will impact employment in California.....continue
DOR Hosting Webinar on W-2s and 1099s
DOR Hosting Webinar on W-2s and 1099s The Department of Revenue (DOR), in conjunction with the Center for Business Growth and Innovation at the University.....continue
The “Tipping” Point: Understanding USDOL Proposed Changes to the Tip Credit Regulations
The “Tipping” Point: Understanding USDOL Proposed Changes to the Tip Credit Regulations Please join Fisher Phillips attorneys Andria Ryan, Co-Chair of the.....continue
PA Wage and Hour: State and Federal Misconceptions
SkarlatosZonarich is partnering with Harristown Enterprises to host a complimentary breakfast series, relating to the following hot Employment Law topics: Ban the Box: Preparing.....continue
Overtime Rule 2.0: Tackling Exemption Compliance Now
Did you miss the October 2 webinar? Please join Fisher Phillips attorneys as they discuss tackling the federal Fair Labor Standards Act white-collar exemption changes......continue
The Part 541 Overtime Rule: What the New Earnings Thresholds Are and What They Mean for Employers
On September 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its long-awaited final rule revising the part 541 overtime regulations that define the executive, administrative,.....continue
FLSA Overtime Rule 2.0: Tackling Exemption Compliance Now
Please join Fisher Phillips attorneys as they discuss tackling the federal Fair Labor Standards Act white-collar exemption changes. At last, the U.S. Department of Labor has.....continue
Handling Real World Problems
This webinar will cover several real life scenarios involving matters such as non-competition agreements, workplace investigations, immigration compliance, wage and hour audits, and unexpected.....continue
TX / Dallas Wage & Hour Deep Dive - Top Issues and Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Wage & Hour Deep Dive - Top Issues and Avoiding Costly Mistakes This March, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed their long-awaited revised “overtime.....continue
HR for Safety Professionals: What Every Safety Professional Must Know about Employment Law and HR
Effective safety management is intertwined with “HR” issues. The safety professional works with HR on job descriptions, employee safety orientation and training, supervisor development, safety-related.....continue
SC New FLSA Regulations - Now What?
Join Burr Forman McNair, author of Model Employee Policies for South Carolina Employers, for a discussion on the anticipated new salary threshold by the Department of.....continue
NY Call-in pay/employee scheduling regulations
In this program we’ll discuss New York State’s new regulations amending the Miscellaneous Wage Order regarding call-in pay. We’ll review the final regulations and discuss.....continue
Labor and Employment Update After the Midterms - Looking Ahead to 2019
About the Program The Trump administration has pushed a number of initiatives changing a variety of labor and employment policies from the Obama administration. A.....continue
Holiday Ready Human Resources Happens, Right?
This webinar will cover workplace issues that typically come up during the holiday season. We’ll talk about the following: Workplace and workspace decorations –.....continue
NY - Wage and Hour Law Update
As we approach 2019, we’ll review all state and federal wage and hour laws and discuss changes effective in the new year. This will include updates.....continue
New Overtime Regulations and Other FLSA Issues
An hrsimple webinar presented by Jean Back of the Schwabe, Williamson and Wyatt. This webinar will cover the new DOL Final Rule on the salary.....continue
hrsimple.com Webinar Series: The New Exemption Regulations…Coming Soon To Your Workplace!
Thursday, August 6, 2:00 PM EST / Part of the hrsimple.com Webinar Series / Presented by: Chuck McDonald & Steve Pockrass - Ogletree Deakins /.....continue
