Let’s say your company is located in a state that allows recreational marijuana use, but you want to maintain a drug-free workplace policy. What are your legal rights as an...
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If an employee leaves the premises on a paid break, is the company liable if they’re in an accident? Short answer: Yes, the employer could be considered liable unless they...
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Tardiness and absenteeism in the workplace negatively impact morale and productivity. What can you do to curb the problem? Try a points-based attendance policy that allows for the occasional emergency...
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Most people would consider sharing their pay information as taboo. But if an employee were to discuss their pay rate or salary level with fellow coworkers, could they be fired?...
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Every morning I listen to the news. And every morning I wonder why the White House doesn't have an HR team to prevent them from doing things like firing people...
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Scenario: a once highly-competent employee was promoted to manager, but their lack of people skills has created more of an authoritarian bully boss. Because they've built rapport with their years...
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U.S. businesses and government agencies paid out more than $482 million to resolve work-related discrimination and harassment claims in 2016, a number that the EEOC indicates is on the rise. As...
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With recent events surrounding racial slurs, white supremacist movements, and allegations of racism, we’re being asked what constitutes a hostile workplace. Could a company terminate an employee for off-duty actions...
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Terminating an employee is not for the faint of heart. Emotions are boiling, frustrations are high, and then there are the friendships, family situations, employee morale, and other concerns that...
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A recent court decision ruled that a single insensitive comment could be considered religious harassment and create a hostile work environment, all of which resulted in a hefty fine for...
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