by rachael | Jun 14, 2023 | Human Resources, Payroll
Answer from Kyle, PHR: It depends on whether the worker is considered an employee. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has adopted the primary beneficiary test to determine whether a worker is an employee or an intern. If the worker primarily benefits from the...
by rachael | Jun 14, 2023 | Employment Law, Human Resources
Answer from Jenny, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides covered employees job-protected, unpaid leave for family or medical related reasons, such as to care for a sick family member or the birth or adoption of a child. Private sector...
by rachael | Jun 12, 2023 | Human Resources
Though we’re all different, we can all thrive in the same workplace. That’s the motivating belief behind efforts to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). When done well, these efforts redesign the workplace from an environment that holds certain...
by rachael | Jun 5, 2023 | Human Resources, Services
A human resources professional can satisfy many business needs, from labor law compliance to recruitment, engagement, and compensation. It’s a vital role, but for many small and medium-sized businesses, HR tasks fall squarely on the business owner’s shoulders. What if...
by rachael | May 9, 2023 | Business Tips, Employment Law, General News, Human Resources, Uncategorized
All businesses are required by law to be in compliance with current laws that affect the workplace. Labor laws are protections and safeguards that are designed to ensure employees are safe and protected on the job. The problem? These state and federal regulations can...
by rachael | May 3, 2023 | Human Resources
Most HR professionals would agree that turnover is a source of stress. Losing an employee can feel like losing an investment, and replacing that person has its own costs—advertising, onboarding, training, and coverage to name a few. But we also know that turnover is a...
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