Tag: El Paso

A Lucky Employer Dodges an I-9 Fine

By Guest Columnist Sep 29, 2016 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 29, 2016

By Holly Jones, JD In yesterday’s Advisor, BLR® Senior Legal Editor Holly Jones, JD, discussed some of the unique challenges and pitfalls surrounding completion of the I-9 form. Today Jones discusses the case of an employer that was nearly handed a huge fine—and some important I-9 takeaways for employers.

Mapping Gender Identity Discrimination

By Steve Bruce Mar 22, 2016 Recruiting

Updated: Mar 22, 2016

In Yesterday’s Advisor, Joan Farrell, JD, senior legal editor at BLR®, discussed how to avoid gender identity discrimination. Today we’ll see where these laws exist, and in what way.

Best Practice Learning Opportunities for Veterans and Other Employees

By Justin Scace Nov 11, 2015 Learning & Development

Updated: Nov 11, 2015

In honor of Veteran’s Day, we’re taking a look at an innovative work-study program created by Prudential Financial, Inc., and the El Paso Workforce Opportunities Services (WOS). The program gives veterans, reservists, members of the National Guard, and their spouses access to on-the-job training and exposure to the corporate work environment. VETalent was created in […]

Cutting Workers’ Compensation Expenses: Return-To-Work Program Ends Up Costing Employer $10.6 Million; Do’s and Don’ts For Avoiding Trouble

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Nov 1, 1997 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 18, 2015

When employees are off work because of a job injury, it can be to everyone’s benefit to get them back to work quickly. Returning employees to work with an adjusted schedule or a light-duty assignment can save employers money by reducing workers’ comp costs. Employees can earn more money and feel more productive and less […]