Federal Law Alert: Federal DOL Reinstates Longstanding Independent Contractor Test

by | Jan 22, 2024 | Employment Law

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has published a final rule independent contractor classification under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Beginning on March 11, 2024, the rule will effectively reinstate the longstanding version of the “economic...

Can we ask employees if they are taking any medications that may impair their abilities to do their job?

by | Jan 4, 2024 | Employment Law, Human Resources

Answered by the HR Experts: Generally, no. The Americans with Disabilities Act restricts employers from asking medical questions of employees and protects the privacy of medical information. Asking about prescription medications would fall into the category of a...

Are we required to update our I-9s when the documentation used for them expires?

by | Dec 13, 2023 | Employment Law

Answered by the HR Experts You would only update a Form I-9 if the expired document pertains to a limited period of employment authorization. You should never reverify U.S. citizens and, in most cases, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders). However, if a...

My employees regularly forget to log out during their breaks and meal periods. I’ve told them countless times, and they just forget to do it. What can I do?

by | Dec 7, 2023 | Employment Law, Time & Attendance

Answered by the HR Experts There are a few steps you can take to help your employees remember to clock out for breaks and meal periods: Ask employees why they’re forgetting. There may be contributing factors worth addressing. You can also ask for feedback on what may...

What should we do when one of our designated paid holidays falls on a weekend when we aren’t open? Do we need to offer an alternative day off?

by | Nov 29, 2023 | Employment Law, Human Resources

Answered by the HR Experts No, you don’t need to offer an alternative day off. There are no federal laws requiring private employers to provide paid time off for holidays. However, there are potential benefits to offering an alternative day off: It can boost employee...

How many hours can I assign to a part-time employee? Is there a limit?

by | Nov 22, 2023 | Employment Law, Time & Attendance

Answered by the HR Experts There’s no limit per se, but there are few factors you might want to consider: If the employee was looking for a part-time job when you hired them (and didn’t settle for fewer hours than desired), you may get pushback if you assign more...