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The Art of Firing
A few weeks ago I covered the topic of laying people off. In a sense, this is an easier process because it usually happens in bad times, and it doesn’t single a person out. A firing, by contrast, can occur in good times as well as bad times, and it’s highly personal.
Social Networking and Work
There are some dangers to social networking among colleagues. It's a good idea to have a clear policy in place regarding use of these sites between staff members.
Are You Spying on Your Employees?
As more workplaces gain better access to the Internet, employees are spending more time at work surfing or handling personal mail. Should you monitor their Web activity, or not?
INSIGHTS ON WHY ALL MANAGERS SHOULD ATTEND EMPLOYMENT LAW TRAINING
Managers are often promoted without being trained on how "to manage". This article spells out why employment law training is so critical for managers to not only avoid liability for the employer but also for the manager. This article covers all aspects of a manager's job including hiring, firing, managing leaves of absence and explains how the employment laws impact every decision a manager makes. Learn about all the important employment laws including the ADA, FMLA, laws that prohibit sexual harassment such as Title VII as well as state anti-discrimination laws. An important article that managers won't want to miss.
4 Tips for Developing an Employee Handbook
Company policies are often determined in a reactionary or even ad-hoc fashion and may change to suit certain situations. This is especially true for small organizations. This is a risky strategy and may lead to unwanted litigation from disgruntled employees if they feel that they are not being treated fairly by management. It is important to set the company’s ground rules for conduct and the best way to do it is with an official employee handbook.
2009 SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition Recap
It was rainy and damp, filled with good times and great learning experiences. The SHRM 2009 Annual Conference and Exposition drew over 6,000 Human Resource professionals from across the country to New Orleans, LA for 4 days of learning and fun.
Meal & Rest Periods – California Labor Law May Hold Employers Liable for Additional Hours of Pay
Meal and rest break labor laws in California have recently been receiving a wide deal of coverage in the media following several high-profile cases. California employers must be diligent in their compliance with the law.
Top 5 Employment Practice Liability Myths. EPLI
EPLI - Failing Economy Plus Layoffs Equals A Lethal Combination… A Company can be Financially Devastated when a Savvy Trial Lawyer Teams up with a Disgruntled Employee to File an Employment Practices Related Lawsuit. Being an entrepreneur means protecting your business from potential Employment Practice Liability lawsuits.

Understanding California Labor Laws and the WARN Act
California labor laws differ greatly from Federal guidelines. One such example is the WARN Act. Created in 1988, the Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ('WARN" Act) requires employers to notify their staff at least sixty days prior to a mass layoff or closing of a plant. Several states, including California, have different variations of the WARN Act.
Wal-Mart v. Dukes: 7 Employment Takeaways from the Recent Supreme Court Ruling
The recent case of Wal-Mart v. Dukes impacts the way employers address human resources practices, and other HR policies and procedures. Even if a company has recently updated its employee manual and management practices, they should once again review these policies in light of the Supreme Court decision. Here are seven important takeaways.

The Bribery Act Does Affect You
The Bribery Act recently came into force in Britain. This article explores its significance.
P3 Compliance and Constructing Policies That Hold Up in Court
The Department of Labor tells us they are overwhelmed, understaffed and shifting additional burden to employers for employment law compliance. This can be a great deal for the average employer to undertake. HRS has taken some time to prepare a quick "how to" blueprint for employers.

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Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is - Making An Employment Offer
Making a written offer of employment is important to ensure that your candidate is aware of the terms and conditions of employment. It ensures that there is no room for interpretation, and prevents misunderstandings from occurring. Any questions that arise will be dealt with prior to the start of employment. Read on to learn what should be included in the written offer and how to make the offer of employment.
5.13 Gender: Working Out of Poverty
Review of policies to promote equal opportunities and treatment of women in employment and self-employment, and as entrepreneurs.
The Unsolved Mystery In Sales
Perplexed, I ask myself if these people are just lazy and took too much time off after their last employment? Were they no good at their last place of employment so they always lived hand to mouth?
EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES AUDITS: A LOSS CONTROL TOOL
This article provides a discussion of the importance and use of employment pracitices audits as a tool in assessing and managing an organization's exposure from employment practices related claims and lawsuits.

What You Shouldn't Do When Opting To Work At Home With Online Business Solutions
If you're ready to take the jump from employment to self-employment using an online business, you should be prepared to pay the cost. Working at home has many advantages, but the ability to manage

HR Outsourcing Firms Assist Employers with Changing HR Regulations
Year after year, there are critical changes in employment legislation that affects employers. 2010 in particular has seen a wave of new laws and changes that will change the employment landscape for years to come. Human Resources Outsourcing companies can assist in this complex and changing employment environment.
Using Pre-Employment Tests Can Save You Money
Pre-employment testing is a way of determining the degree to which a candidate possesses and can demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities required to successfully perform in the position. Any tests that are used must me job related and valid and comply with the “Uniform Guidelines on Employment Selection Procedures” issued by the EEOC. Some of the most commonly used types of pre-employment tests are...

What To Look For When Considering Working at Home Either Full-Time or Part-Time
Searching for employment opportunities is hard work. It is even more difficult to land a job after finding the right opportunity that matches up with your talents, skills, experience, and education. Finding legitimate employment that you can do from home is most likely even a more difficult job. To find steady employment and a good paying job that you can do from home is not easy even though many sites that promote employment opportunities at home offer promises of easy money and short hours.

The Value of EPL Insurance to Protect Your Business Against Employment Lawsuits
Year after year, employment lawsuits lodged against American businesses continue to skyrocket, with no end in sight. In the past year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received over 65,000 charges of alleged sexual and raced-based discrimination alone. Employee Practices Liability Insurance is a valuable insurance policy to protect your business against employment lawsuits.
Howling Dog
If you have made a poor choice of employment do something about it. For your own peace of mind do something! Anything is better than remaining in an unpleasnt situation. It is, of course, a different story if your current employment is necessary because of the economic situation. there is not much that can be done about this in the short term. You may have to put up with employment that you would not normally choose or which is possibly unpleasant. Internalise the fact that this is a temporary situation.

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