Dogs in the Workplace Policy

Dogs in the Workplace Policy

Several articles have been written in recent years about the benefits of employees bringing their dogs to the office. While it can boost employee morale and increase production, it obviously opens up other issues that need to be addressed in order to maintain a safe,...
Asking Applicants About Disabilities

Asking Applicants About Disabilities

Q:  We received an application from someone who has worked for our grocery store in the past. A few of our current employees tell me that this applicant has been in and out of the hospital lately due to severe back pain. Is this something we can ask him about during...
Telecommuting Program Best Practices

Telecommuting Program Best Practices

If you decide to offer a telecommuting program to your employees, we recommend you create a policy and follow it consistently. Additionally, any employee who telecommutes should sign an agreement stating that they have read and understood the policy and acknowledge...
Paying Employees During Inclement Weather

Paying Employees During Inclement Weather

Your company closed because of a snow storm. Do you need to keep paying employees during inclement weather? Non-exempt employees need to be paid only for actual hours worked plus any reporting time pay that may be required by the state. In accordance with the Fair...
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