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31 HR Acronyms Explained

Genesis HR Solutions

For employers and employees, there are myriad HR terms to know and understand. 1099: A form that reports income from self employment earnings, interest and dividends, government payments, and more. IRS ) W-4: A form used by employers to withhold the proper amount of federal income tax from employees’ paychecks. (

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

Insperity

It could be: Voluntary (resignation) Involuntary (layoff or firing for performance, conduct and behavioral issues) A mutual agreement that the employment arrangement isn’t a good fit for either the employee or company. As a general rule, once you’ve made the decision to terminate an employee, act as soon as possible – within a few days.

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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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4 COVID-related EEOC complaints – and how to prevent them

Insperity

Otherwise, you make your business vulnerable to COVID-related Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaints. Often, employers’ decisions have had to be made quickly. As employers navigate these rough and uncharted waters, the potential is great to make mistakes and enable exposure to liabilities. Retaliation.

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Workplace Discrimination and Harassment: Are Your Managers Ready?

Insperity

New lawsuits from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) – such as the recent sexual orientation cases covered by the mainstream media) – may have you asking: What are some things that my managers can do to avoid them? 8 Key Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) training topics for managers. Equal Pay Act.

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How to HR in a growing company – A guide for every size business

Insperity

Other insurance to consider include: Workers’ compensation insurance Professional Insurance Directors and officers Insurance Employment practices liability insurance. Applicable employment laws. Employers must adhere to copious laws. There may be more, depending on state and local regulations. 20 to 49 employees.