What Can I ask My Employees About Covid-19 Vaccination?

These FAQs cover what an employer can ask its employees regarding Covid-19 vaccination.

Employment Law, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyMarch 4, 2022covid-19 vaccination rules for employersComment

HIPAA, COVID-19 Vaccination, and the Workplace – Commonly Asked Questions

The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has issued FAQs to address questions about when and how the HIPAA Rules apply to uses and disclosures of COVID-19 vaccination-related information.

Employment Law, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyFebruary 17, 2022HIPAA, Covid-19Comment

How to Create a Winning Retention Plan

Here are some ideas and best practices to help you strengthen your workplace culture and protect your business from the high cost of losing an employee.

ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 27, 2022employee retention, protect your business from the great resignationComment

New York State Minimum Wage Increases: Are You in Compliance?

NYS employers with employees working in the State and outside of NYC should review the changes and make the necessary adjustments to ensure they are in compliance with the new requirements.

Employment Law, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 18, 2022New York state minimum wageComment

SevenStar HR Ranked as a Top 20 Human Resources Company

We are proud to have been recognized as one of the Top Human Resources Companies in 2022 by DesignRush.

Announcements, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 4, 2022New York Human Resources CompaniesComment

New York City Mandates COVID Vaccination for All Private Employers

All New Yorkers will need to be vaccinated in order to go to work, the city's mayor has announced.

Policy, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 7, 2021Vaccine mandate, New York City, Bill de Blasio, Covid-19Comment

Are Your Employees Paid Equitably?

Ensure your business is in compliance with state and federal discrimination laws by performing a pay equity audit.

Policy, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 29, 2021employee retention, employee payComment

Employee Recognition Doesn't Have to Be Expensive

Recognition is a core human need and receiving it helps really engage and motivate your employees.

Leadership, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 18, 2021employee recognition, employee engagementComment

Biden Announces New Vaccine Rules for Businesses

The new rules will apply to about 84 million workers at medium- and large-sized American businesses.

Employment Law, Policy, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 10, 2021OSHA, CMS, Vaccine mandate, Biden administration, What employers need to knowComment

Updated EEOC COVID-19 Guidance on Religious Objections to Vaccine Mandates

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued updated guidance on how employers should handle religious objections to COVID-19 vaccine mandates.

An HR Check-up, Like Going to the Dentist?

Few people like going to the dentist but the consequences of not going can be more painful. The same can be said for conducting an HR check-up.

Employment Law, Leadership, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 4, 2021hr compliance, HR lawComment

Challenges in Designing a New Hybrid Working Model

Hybrid working can offer your business the best of both remote and office working worlds. However, understanding the challenges of a hybrid model and mitigating the risks is essential for success.

Leadership, Strategy, ComplianceJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 26, 2021hybrid work modelComment