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Final OSHA Rule Changes
Just issued were the final OSHA rule changes to its Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses regulation. The rule will require certain employers to electronically submit injury and illness data. It also prohibits employers from discouraging...
Hiring Inexperienced Applicants: Take the Chance?
Every hiring manager receives applications from people who are clearly unqualified for the job. Sometimes, however, a candidate with no direct or seemingly-relevant experience applies for a position and, for some reason or another, captures their attention. Often the...
Preparing for Paid Sick Leave Laws
While only five states and the District of Columbia have passed paid sick leave laws, more and more municipalities—including New York City and most recently Los Angeles, San Diego, and Chicago—are passing ordinances that require employers to provide paid sick time....
Onboarding Tips: Introductory Periods and How They Work
Introductory periods are periods of time put in place for an employer and a new employee to evaluate each other and determine if the employment relationship is a good fit. For employers who have an introductory period, we recommend using the time to provide thorough...
