We’re currently being inundated with unsolicited resumes. Do we need to keep all of them?

Answer from Kim, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: You can keep or discard unsolicited resumes, but your practice should be consistent. Keeping some while discarding others could open you up to discrimination claims if your hiring decisions were ever challenged. If you’re feeling...

I just completed the I-9 with a new hire and realized I put down the wrong date. What do I do?

Answer from Megan, SPHR, JD: When you find an error on an I-9, the USCIS recommends that you do the following: Draw a line through the incorrect information. Enter the correct information. Initial and date the correction. Once you’ve completed the above steps, include...

Can we send employees home early because there isn’t any work to do?

Answer from Angela, SPHR: Yes, you can send employees home early due to a lack of work. Just keep in mind that exempt employees would need to be paid their entire salary for the day. Non-exempt employees would only need to be paid for actual hours worked, unless you...