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Most organizations already understand the importance of compliance training. Even if they aren’t experts on the subject, they at least know the fees and penalties associated with violating applicable laws and regulations. Its value comes down to dollars and cents, which is why it’s so surprising that many companies view compliance training as merely a […]
When planning a reduction in force (RIF), employers may be nervous about laying off an employee on protected leave. But if done correctly—and for reasons other than the leave—employers can avoid violating the law.
Yesterday, we looked at the first three phases of family leave notice you’re required to provide your employees under the FMLA guidelines. Today, the fourth, plus an introduction to a comprehensive, fully updated resource on leaves — specifically for California employers — you’ll turn to again and again.
Nontraditional family units have created confusion for some employers when it comes to determining eligibility for family leave, particularly if there is no legal or biological parent-child relationship.
Yesterday, we looked at some of the reasons that fathers don’t like to take time off, including the fear of losing their jobs. Today, we’ll look at why that’s sometimes a valid concern for both men and women on family leave — particularly when a superstar temp takes over the job. “I’ll Keep the Temp” […]
Fatherhood advocates maintain that widening work/life balance programs to address more of fathers’ needs has payback for both families and employers.
Leaves under CFRA and FMLA in California are particular challenges for even the most experienced HR professional. Today’s newly updated Compliance Guide to CFRA and FMLA will explain everything you need to know.