While the nationwide vaccine mandate was blocked in January, businesses can still implement masking, vaccination, and testing requirements. But there are still many questions and little official guidance for employers – particularly around independent contractors. If you decide to put these requirements in place, you need to be prepared for specific situations. These include medical… Read More »
Is your company considering a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employees? Perhaps you already have one? This delicate area can lead to questions and concerns, particularly religious exemptions. Organizations considering or already have instituted a COVID-19 vaccine mandate should prepare for this exact scenario. Employers must know what type of objections are protected under the anti-discrimination… Read More »
What is the difference between paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid personal leave? And how do you know which type of paid leave program you should offer? Don’t worry—it doesn’t have to be too complicated. On a high level, employers have two options: Either institute an overarching PTO policy or… Read More »
As a new or growing business owner, you may be surprised to learn that no federal or state laws mandate employers to have an employee handbook. But as we often say, just because you’re not required to do something doesn’t mean you should overlook it! Instituting an employee handbook is always a good idea and… Read More »
When it comes to paid leave, the Bay State has some very specific laws in place. We went over the basics about the Massachusetts sick leave law previously, where you can get a refresher on what the law is, who is covered, and permitted sick time uses. This time, we’re breaking down several other key… Read More »
As they say, time is money—and no employment issue makes that more evident than that of time theft. Believe it or not, we’re not referring to futuristic time traveling villains. Sorry to disappoint. Nonetheless, timecard fraud is a significant problem and more common than you might think. A study in the Kentucky CPA Journal called… Read More »
What exactly is a moonlighting policy, and how do you know if your company needs one? Whether you are about to hire your first employee or have a rapidly growing team, many organizations have this critical concern. A moonlighting policy, also known as an outside employment policy, establishes company guidelines on employees obtaining outside employment… Read More »
Are you an employer with a growing team? If so, it is time you pay attention to the Americans with Disabilities Act and understand these important regulations. In our straightforward guide, we’re answering: What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? Who must comply? Who is protected? How should employers initiate the interactive process? What is… Read More »
Is a dress code policy essential for every workplace? Even in this day and age? Yes, these guidelines should be a part of every employee handbook! From insurance agencies to manufacturers to software development companies, every organization needs a dress code policy. It is crucial to set expectations about the image you want employees to… Read More »
While employers are not legally required to have an employee handbook, this document does the job of clearly informing employees of their rights and can protect your business during lawsuits. Maybe your company already has a handbook—but the work doesn’t end there! You’ll need to review and update it at least annually to ensure your… Read More »
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