by Meagan | Mar 18, 2025 | Human Resources, Time & Attendance
We certainly recommend this, and, depending on the circumstances and the state you operate in, it may also be required by law. Stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues can be as disruptive to someone’s work (and life) as a cold or flu. While mental illnesses...
by Meagan | Mar 3, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources
Generally, yes, you can let an employee go that same day unless there is a contract or agreement to the contrary. While you aren’t required to retain an employee or provide compensation during a resignation notice period if the employee doesn’t work, there are some...
by Meagan | Feb 24, 2025 | Human Resources
At-will employment means that the employer or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause. It does not, however, allow an employer to terminate someone for an illegal reason, like their inclusion in a...
by Meagan | Feb 17, 2025 | Human Resources, Time & Attendance
Generally, an attendance policy should outline your attendance expectations, the procedures your employees should follow if they’re going to be late or absent, and the consequences when your policy isn’t followed. Your expectations should include how you define being...
by kayla | Feb 12, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources, Payroll
Starting January 1, 2025, all Maine employers with at least one employee must begin payroll withholdings for the state’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program. The first quarterly wage report and premium payment will be due by April 30, 2025, covering wages...
by Meagan | Feb 10, 2025 | Human Resources
Progressive discipline is a process for addressing performance or behavioral issues with corrective action. Instead of immediately demoting, suspending, or terminating an employee who messes up, you remind them of your policies, give them a chance to do better, and...
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