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Progressive Discipline Before Termination
When used to give employees with behavioral or performance problems time and opportunity to improve, using progressive discipline before termination demonstrates good faith. And if the process results in termination, you can show it was for cause.
Prior Workers’ Comp Claims – Can You Ask an Applicant?
Asking about prior workers’ comp claims and an applicant’s personal history of work-related injuries is not recommended and may violate federal law. Read about our advice for this situation in the hiring process.
Political Discussions in the Workplace
You’ll no doubt overhear political discussions in the workplace as we get closer to the presidential election, maybe even a heated argument or two. Read about our advice for employers on how to handle this potentially emotional issue.
Succession Planning Advice for Businesses
Strategic successive planning often greatly influences business decisions. Read some advice on hiring and preparing employees to fill key leadership roles within the company.
HR Audit to Ensure Compliance
How effective are the human resource functions at your company? Are you on the right path? Are you at risk of fines or penalties? Take our HR Audit to help determine the effectiveness of the necessary HR function of your business.
Final OSHA Rule Changes
See if your business will be affected by the final OSHA rule changes to its Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which were just issued.
Department of Labor Penalties Increased
As of August 1, 2016, Department of Labor penalties increased, including those assessed by OSHA and the Wage and Hour Division. Penalties are applicable to violations that took place after November 2, 2015.
Hiring Inexperienced Applicants: Take the Chance?
A safer bet would be to hire an experienced candidate. If you’re up for a high-risk, high-reward approach, however, the bigger gamble may be the better bet. If you’re open to hiring inexperienced applicants, here are a few signs of potential future excellence.
