When it comes to managing employee absences ? whether for vacation, sick leave or personal days ? every organization faces the delicate balance between what is best for its employees and for... Read more »
In Revenue Ruling 2008-29, the IRS has provided specific guidance on the proper amount of federal income tax an employer must withhold in nine different situations under the supplemental wage regulations1 that... Read more »
On April 22nd, a bill was introduced in both the United States House and Senate titled the Employee Misclassification Prevention Act ("EMPA" or "Act"). H.R. 5107; S. 3254. The Act would amend... Read more »
The workplace is a reflection of society at large. Today, we see a gamut of
behaviors that demonstrate a lack of respect and civility, both inside and
outside the workplace. Studies and polls indicate... Read more »
You sometimes will find it useful to consider an applicants appearance or looks when you make hiring decisions. Perhaps you do not like this. But it can help you when... Read more »
Yes, desperation can lead to hiring mistakes, but, more often, desperation guarantees mistakes will be made. Being desperate to hire someone is like going to the grocery store after you havent... Read more »
Although infrequent, there are times when an employer makes an overpayment to an employee. Reasons for an overpayment could stem from an accounting error, paying an employee at a rate that is... Read more »
Intermittent FMLA is one more challenge added to the professional plate of human resource managers. If you take your job seriously, you understand the struggle employers have with balancing leave that is... Read more »
HB 8, pushed through the Illinois Legislature and ready to be signed into law by Governor Quinn, amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to add to the list of employment discrimination, an... Read more »
Despite a firms best efforts, some employees will, inevitably, be injured on the job. In 2010, over 4,500 American workers received lethal injuries at work, while millions more incurred disabling injuries (arbill1.web11.hubspot.com).... Read more »