That Expired Form I-9? Keep Using it…for Now

That Expired Form I-9? Keep Using it…for Now

The current version of the Form I-9 was set to expire on 3/31/16. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is now in the final stage of reviewing their new form, but the form has yet to be officially published and won’t be available for use until after...
Office Nepotism Policy – Do You Need One?

Office Nepotism Policy – Do You Need One?

Do you have a worker reporting to a supervisor who is that person’s spouse? Or a son reporting to his mother? Some employers may be wary of hiring a family member of another employee, especially if there will be a supervisory relationship. Do you need an office...
I-9 Verification for Remote Employees

I-9 Verification for Remote Employees

Have you hired some new employees who live and will work out of state? I-9 verification for remote employees can be a challenge. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires that all documents required for the I-9 must be viewed in their original...
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...
Jobs vs. Careers: Why it Should Matter to Employers

Jobs vs. Careers: Why it Should Matter to Employers

It usually matters to employees whether they’ve been working a series of unrelated jobs or whether they’re advancing along a promising career path, but should the jobs vs. careers difference matter to employers? Absolutely. Employees working what they see as a job, as...
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