How To Implement Progressive Discipline
Progressive discipline is a multi-step process. Today, we’ll look at how to properly implement it, and the need for proper documentation.
Tag: california hr
A Comprehensive Grievance Procedure
Yesterday, we looked at some of the elements your employee handbook should include. Today, we’ll take an in-depth look at what your grievance procedure should look like, courtesy of attorney Peter Panken of Epstein Becker & Green, PC. We’ll also tell you how you can get a comprehensive collection of 101 California-specific employee handbook — […]
Tips for Effective Employee Handbook Drafting
An employee handbook tells workers what they’re getting, instills a team spirit, and lets people know what the rules are, says attorney Peter Panken of Epstein Becker & Green, PC.
Key Elements of Pay Structure Documentation
In order to prevail in wage/hour lawsuits, says consultant Jonna Contacos-Sawyer, employers must be able to effectively justify their compensation decisions.
Yes, There’s an App for That – What Now?
Employers can say “Catch me if you can,” but they had better be ready to explain their decisions when the DOL says “I caught you,” says consultant Jonna Contacos-Saywer.
When Managers Ignore Problems, New Problems Emerge
Yesterday, we looked at 3 common EEO investigation errors, courtesy of attorney Jonathan Segal. Today, the final 3 on his list — plus an introduction to an important webinar later this week, specifically for California employers, on the rapidly approaching EEO-1 filing deadline.
Free Report Friday– Legal Performance Appraisals; 10 Tips for Effective
Performance appraisals can help strengthen your case if you’re sued by an employee. Providing an inadequate evaluation, or no evaluation at all, can be used against you with devastating results. Juries tend to come down hard on employers who don’t appear to have given an employee a chance to improve.
Worst Mistake #3: Wage/Hour Missteps
In yesterday’s CED, we covered the first two “Worst Mistakes” your managers are making. Today, #3 on the list — plus an introduction to a webinar next week that can help you solve it.
California Unemployment: Unemployed Applicants Pose Dilemmas for HR
Employers have started hiring again and are often overwhelmed with huge numbers of resumes, even for entry-level positions. Some companies have decided that an effective way to identify the best candidates is to refuse to consider job applicants who are currently unemployed. But a number of human resources professionals, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), […]
The 3 Worst Mistakes Your Managers Are Making Right Now
Maybe you’ve heard the old saw about the perfect business being one with no managers, no supervisors, and no employees. Unfortunately, your business isn’t perfect — if it is, we’d love to hear about it! — and you have to deal with managers and supervisors who are probably making these common, risky mistakes right now.