We have a remote employee who is working through their lunch break. Can we require them to take it?

by | Mar 12, 2023 | Human Resources

Answer from Celine, SHRM-CP: Yes, generally you can and should require an employee to take a lunch break. In many states, employers are required to provide employees with rest breaks, meal breaks, or both, and are sometimes even required to provide them at specific...

Is there anything special we should know before terminating a remote employee?

by | May 9, 2022 | Employment Law, Human Resources

Answer from Kim, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: Terminations involving remote employees function much the same as those in a physical worksite, but there are some things to keep in mind: If the employee works in a different state, you’ll need to follow that state’s laws regarding...