Independent Contractor: Redefined
Due to a tightened definition, it’s time to reevaluate whether or not your independent contractors should be considered employees.
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Vulgar Facebook Post was “Protected Activity”
While it may seem like common sense to fire a worker that hits the company on Facebook - there are factors to consider that may complicate ...
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Jun 2, 2015
Unions Soon Coming to Small Businesses
What you need to know about the Ambush Election Rules and how they may impact your small business.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
May 4, 2015
“Hiring” an Independent Contractor
If you or someone you know has “hired” an independent contractor, here are 7 common signs that the workers is actually an employee.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Feb 27, 2015
NLRB Grants Employee Use of Company Email for Non-Work Agendas
Did you catch that? Employees can now use company-provided email outside of work time (if already accessible) to organize union activity and more.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Jan 5, 2015
Ebola in the Workplace… What Would You Do?
Should employees beyond the healthcare industry be concerned about an Ebola outbreak? If an employee calls in with related symptoms, what to do...
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Oct 24, 2014
Three Insightful Tips for Interviewers
If you’re ready to spice up the interview process, here are three insightful (and creative) tips to help both the green and the expert interviewers.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Jul 28, 2014
Seattle Passes $15/hour Minimum Wage Law
Over the next several years, Seattle minimum wage will increase to $15/hour.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Jun 30, 2014
Healthcare Reform in the News
Links to relevant news articles discussing the state of healthcare reform, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and the politics surrounding it.
Stacey Gibson, Director of Human Resources
Nov 5, 2013
