When can we deduct from an exempt employee’s pay?

by | Aug 7, 2024 | Business Tips, Time & Attendance

In general, if an exempt employee performs any work during the workweek, you must pay them their full salary for that week. Deductions are allowed, however, for legally required withholdings and benefit elections. There are a handful of other situations in which a...

If an employee runs out of paid time off, do we have to allow them to take unpaid time off?

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Business Tips, Earned Paid Leave, Time & Attendance

It depends on why your employee needs the unpaid time off and what you’ve done in the past. In some situations, such as those that would be covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, or a similar state...

What do we do if we find a discrepancy in a background check?

by | Jun 14, 2024 | Business Tips, Employment Law, Human Resources

It depends on the seriousness of the discrepancy, whether the information is pertinent to the job itself, and whether the candidate would be ineligible for the position. You probably don’t need to make an issue of a minor variance like a candidate telling you they...

We are looking to implement formal training programs. What types of training would you recommend we have for all employees?

by | Jun 7, 2024 | Business Tips

Employee training is going to vary from industry to industry, but there are some types of training we recommend for all employers: Harassment prevention training explains what harassment is and how to avoid it, how to recognize inappropriate and unlawful behavior, and...

Navigating AI: A Guide for HR Professionals

by | Apr 10, 2024 | Business Tips

Are you using an AI tool to help you with your work tasks? Have you considered doing so? If so, read on. There are advantages to be had and risks to note. According to a Glassdoor report, in the year after the launch of ChatGPT, usage of that tool or those like it by...

Can we store completed Forms I-9 electronically?

by | Jan 12, 2024 | Business Tips, Human Resources, Taxes

Answered by the HR Experts Yes, you can store completed Forms I-9 electronically. However, per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services any electronic storage system must include the following: Reasonable controls to ensure the system’s integrity, accuracy, and...