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Dec. 26, 2011

Cynthia Stamer published a post

Act To Raise Worker Classification Defenses As Obama Administration Targets Classification Abuses

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Oct. 31, 2011

Stephanie R. Thomas published a post

Which Areas of #HR and #emplaw Scare You The Most?

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Oct. 13, 2011

Craig Rosenberg and 1 other person answered this question

Can you offer health benefits to commission-only employees?

Mel: I want to, I wasn't sure if there was any legal issues.

Aug. 22, 2011

Stephanie R. Thomas published a post

Labor and Employment Resources: Top 25 of 2011

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July 13, 2011

E. James (Jim) Brennan answered this question

What employment/labor laws must be followed when hiring an unpaid intern?

There are six U.S. federal criteria that must be met (http://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/attach/TEGL/TEGL12-09acc.pdf) and some states have also added aggressive new Wage Theft Laws, so be careful. NY is one example (http://www.nysenate.gov/press-release/legislature-passes-historic-wage-theft-...) and more details are at www.wagetheft.org. more

July 11, 2011

Stephanie R. Thomas published a post

HR Pros: Are You Concerned About Social Media?

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March 18, 2011

Courtney Hunt and 3 other people answered this question

How does the 2/07 NLRB Settlement Re: Employment Actions over Facebook Comments Affect your Co.?

I recently wrote another blog post that addresses the general subject of social media policies. It's called "Social Media Policies: Necessary but not Sufficient" and can be accessed via http://tiny.cc/SMinOrgsPolicyPost.
As always, I welcome feedback.
Courtney Hunt
Founder, Social Media in Organizations (SMinOrgs) Community more

Feb. 12, 2011

MARIUS MUTAYOBA and 4 other people answered this question

How should an employee working on a year-long project be classified?

I think Todd summarized the categores pretty well. Chelsea, I think it will be up to your organization to choose which category fits well with your organization's strategy, culture and how critical the project will be.
I have seen cases in which these 'employee' ended ... more

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Jan. 20, 2011

Bob Gately and 1 other person answered this question

At the risk of starting a debate: What is your definition of corporate culture?

Andi, Marks comments are excellent.
"Can recruiting to fit a unified company personality be harmful?"
Yes, since we should hire for competence and talent.
"Are we just using the wrong label?"
Not necessarily.
The following web page is very good at explaining corporate or organizational culture.
http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/organizational-culture.html more

Jan. 20, 2011

Cynthia Stamer published a brief

$1 Million + Overtime Settlement Highlights Wage & Hour Violation Risks

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Jan. 13, 2011

Douglas Millington and 1 other person answered this question

What steps do I need to take before I hire my first employee?

I will assume you are operating as a sole proprietor. Here are the steps you need to take in anticipation of hiring an employee:
(1) Apply for a Federal EIN (Employer Identification Number)
(2) File the appropriate paperwork with your state for withholding and unemployment. ... more

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Jan. 12, 2011

Ashley Horner asked a question

How do you use referee reports?

Jan. 10, 2011

Jay Lash answered this question

How can companies correct themselves when employees are misclassified?

When a company that recognizes that they have a problem with misclassification of employees, it's safe to say that there is no action that can correct the past; that bell has already rung or that’s water under the bridge (you pick the expression).
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Jan. 7, 2011

Jill Daley asked a question

What kind of training summaries do I need to provide to the state?

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