How to Know for Certain if You Are a ‘Covered Employer’ Under the FMLA

Determining whether your business is considered a 'covered employer' under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can be a complex process, but understanding the key criteria is essential to ensure compliance with the law.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyMay 3, 2023FMLA, Covered Employer, ComplianceComment

New Employees Are at Greater Risk for Workplace Injury

Are you including safety training in your onboarding and general training programs for all employees?

Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyFebruary 2, 2023workplace injury, safety, OSHA, trainingComment

New Year, New OSHA Penalties

If you weren’t already motivated to be in compliance with OSHA requirements, 2023’s penalties should give you the push you need.

New Independent Contractor Rules Proposed

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register on Oct. 13, affecting independent contractor vs. employee classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 12, 2023FLSA, independent contractors, ComplianceComment

New York Bans Discipline For Legally Protected Absences

New York employers take note: you are now prohibited from disciplining employees for taking protected time off.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 3, 2023Compliance, New York state law, employment lawComment

A Discussion on Hiring Best Practices

How to attract the best candidates for your business.

Compliance, Hiring, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 13, 2022hiring best practices, help with hiring, job descriptionComment

When is it Time to Hire an HR Person?

How to know when to bring in HR help.

Strategy, Compliance, HiringJacquelyn GernaeyDecember 6, 2022fractional HR, human resourcesComment

Managing Job Descriptions, Policies and Procedures

How to handle ob descriptions, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance.

Employment Law, Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 29, 2022job description, policies and procedures, compliance, podcastComment

Do You Need an Employee Handbook for Your Small Business?

An employee handbook is a great way to document your company’s essential policies and procedures.

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 22, 2022employee handbook, policies and procedures, Compliance, podcastComment

Obeying Final Paycheck Rules: A State-by-State Guide

Whether an employee quits, is laid off, or is fired, employers are left with a lot to contend with, and one of the most important things to get right is the final paycheck.

Compliance, Employment Law, Policy, Remote WorkJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 15, 2022final paycheck laws by state, Compliance, PoliciesComment

I-9 Compliance: Dos and Don'ts

As the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency intensifies its enforcement of Form I-9 documents, it is critical that employers understand their responsibilities regarding the paperwork.

Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 6, 2022Form I-9, ComplianceComment

Are Your Managers Listening for FMLA Leave Requests?

Your managers need to put their FMLA ears on when an employee asks for leave, especially for unforeseen circumstances.

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 25, 2022FMLA, risk mitigationComment