by Shelly Dretzka | Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Workplace safety is important to both your company and your employees.Cultivating a culture where every accident, hazard, near miss, or potentially unsafe condition is reported immediately to a supervisor is crucial. Establish a well-communicated protocol for handling...
by Shelly Dretzka | Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
In today’s fast-paced job market, offering competitive pay is crucial to attracting and retaining top talent. Maintaining a compensation package that keeps pace with inflation is a critical piece of the talent acquisition puzzle. With salary surveys and market data...
by Shelly Dretzka | Nov 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
On November 15, 2024, a federal judge in Texas ruled that the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) recent changes to overtime rules under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) exceeded the agency’s authority. This decision halts the planned January 1, 2025, salary threshold...
by Shelly Dretzka | Nov 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, is required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to verify the identity and work authorization of every employee hired in the U.S. Regardless of your company’s size or industry, every employer must...
by Shelly Dretzka | Nov 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Conducting regular HR audits is essential for ensuring legal compliance and improving HR practices. These assessments help identify gaps, prioritize improvements, and reduce potential legal risks. The best audits are the ones you initiate and manage—not those prompted...
by Shelly Dretzka | Nov 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Key Dos and Don’ts for a Compliant and Effective Hiring Process Navigating the hiring process can be challenging for employers, particularly with the complexities of equal employment legislation. Here are some tips for the job interview to avoid legal pitfalls and...