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Employee terminations 101: What to say and do when it happens

Insperity

If you work with a professional employer organization (PEO) , a representative from the PEO can also sit in on the conversation to: Provide additional HR support Act as another witness Help deliver the termination message Consult on how to avoid other potential problems. Where employee terminations should take place.

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ADA reasonable accommodation checklist

Business Management Daily

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps people with disabilities receive the same rights and equal opportunity as everyone else. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces Title I of the ADA. Putting the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act into action sometimes proves confusing for employers.

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Want to offer support for caregivers of aging relatives? Read this

Insperity

Organizations lending a hand will earn a reputation for valuing family, as well as their bottom line – a plus when it comes to employee recruitment and retention. FMLA: The Family Leave and Medical Act requires companies with 50 or more employees to give workers 12 weeks of unpaid leave to care for a family member.

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FMLA and mental health – what you need to know as an employer

Business Management Daily

Even if an employee has a family member who suffers from mental health issues, they may be eligible for taking FMLA to help them deal with their issues. After the 12 week period of leave has been taken, the employer is obligated to give the employee the same or equal position at their job. You’re in the right place. Foster care.

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Exempt vs. non-exempt employees: Navigating worker classification

Higginbotham

Understanding the distinction between exempt and non-exempt employees is crucial in navigating the complexities of labor laws and complying with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employers may use nondiscretionary bonuses and incentive payments (such as commissions) to satisfy up to 10% of the mandated salary level.

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A practical guide to terminating an employee with a disability

Business Management Daily

You want to be sure you’re not violating the rights the American Disabilities Act has granted them. What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? First, you want to ensure you’re clear about the protections afforded to people with disabilities by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Is the employee disabled under the ADA?

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

Business Management Daily

Legal consult proves especially helpful in matters involving the organization’s litigation hold policy. Employers covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act ( FMLA ) are required to make, keep and preserve certain records pertaining to their obligations under the law. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.