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If you’re not familiar with pooled employer plans (PEPs), it’s probably because they’re not yet available. But they’re part of existing proposed legislation, so it would be useful for employers to be familiar with the concept.
The rapid spread of COVID-19 has led to unprecedented business disruption around the world. The fast pace and huge scale of changes to everyday personal lives and work lives are a recipe for chaos if not properly managed. An effective training department can be critical to stemming such chaos. Here, we talk about key elements […]
Employee bonuses are often used as tools for motivation and retention. In some cases, they’re used as a means to keep base pay stable while still giving employees recognition. When salaries are increasing but salary budgets are not keeping pace, bonuses can be a way to offer recognition without changing the year-to-year obligations if circumstances […]
Metrics for Compensation Programs Compensation costs per dollar of profit Compensation costs per dollar of revenue Analysis of performance and production levels of employees paid in the top 30 percent of their salary range Total compensation costs as a percent of total company operating costs Analysis of compensation levels to the marketplace and key competitors […]
How can you stay in compliance with workers’ compensation laws when disciplining a worker who was previously injured? Administering discipline in this scenario can be tricky, but it can be accomplished by following some guidelines: have good cause, treat employees consistently, and have good documentation. Workers’ Comp 101: Disciplining an Injured Worker with Good Cause […]
Most California employers do not expect to have to pay employees for commuting time. However, there are some important exceptions to this rule. Some of these are fairly straightforward, such as commuting time when the employee is called back in for an emergency. Others are less clear, such as when an employee is driving a […]
by Frank Rox At the outset, it is worthwhile to take a look at the rather grim statistical picture. In fiscal year (FY) 2011, the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) regional offices won 88 percent of unfair labor practice (ULP) and compliance cases decided by the Board and administrative law judges (ALJs). Of the ULP […]
We hear about violence every day. Employers are keenly aware that violence can and does permeate the workplace. We want to do everything we can to eliminate violence and keep one another safe.
The term “teambuilding” often elicits groans and eye rolls from employees. Many workers see them as unwelcome interruptions in already packed workdays, thinking that these feel-good activities have little value and serve no real purpose.
We have some non-exempt employees traveling to Poland. How do we calculate international travel in line with FLSA rules?