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The Dangers of Overstaffing
Because of the war for talent, there is a shortage of skilled workers for many positions. In response to the labor shortage, some companies deliberately try to hire extra workers to ensure they have enough labor. However, there is also a danger of overstaffing. If you...
The Dangers of Overstaffing
Because of the war for talent, there is a shortage of skilled workers for many positions. In response to the labor shortage, some companies deliberately try to hire extra workers to ensure they have enough labor. However, there is also a danger of overstaffing. If you...
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Why Labor Is Directly Correlated to Your Profitability
As a small business owner, your direct and indirect labor are directly related to how profitable your company is. If you aren’t efficiently using labor, you won’t be able to produce the goods and services your clients need. To learn more about the connection between...
Manufacturers and Sunday Work: State Scheduling, Pay Mandates
By Robert S. Seigel, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law For manufacturers in some industries, Sunday work is a necessity. For others, it is an alternative used occasionally to meet production goals. Whatever the reason for scheduling work on Sundays, manufacturers should...
Tips for Recruiting Top Talent in the Manufacturing Industry
By Emily S. Borna, Andrew D. Kinghorn & Nicholas B. McGrath, Jackson Lewis Law Offices Finding qualified and motivated people to fill open positions is not a new challenge for manufacturers. This task, however, has become harder due to the industry’s rapid rebound...
What Should Your Logs Include Under California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan?
If you run a company in California, you’re expected to complete an incident log each time a violent incident happens. Because this is a legal requirement, there are specific things that you must include in each log. Other than detailing the type of workplace violence...
California OSHA: Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
“You don't want employees to be scared to bring a concern forward because then you're going to hear about it too late.” In episode #105 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War for Talent, VP of...
10 Steps for Training Employees on the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Starting in July 2024, workplaces in California have to follow new rules from Cal/OSHA. Your Workplace Violence Prevention Plan must meet certain training requirements, so it’s important to prepare for these changes now. As a part of your training program, you can get...
How to Create a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
In a single year, workplace assaults cause 57,610 injuries. On average, there are 1.3 million incidents of workplace violence each year. As a result of these statistics, Governor Newsom signed a new law about workplace violence prevention. Starting July 1, 2024, all...
HR Compliance Update | June 17, 2024
FEDERAL UPDATES Federal Contractors - Reminder that AAP plans must be certified in the OFCCP portal by July 1, 2024. OFCCP also just released some new resources on its website to help contractors understand their obligations under VEVRAA, including a new example...
DOL Issues Guidance to Agency Staff on Employers’ Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
By Justin R. Barnes, Jeffrey W. Brecher, Joseph J. Lynett & Katharine C. Weber, JacksonLewis Attorneys at Law The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) has published a Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) on the application of federal labor standards...
7 Best Practices for Following the FTC’s New Non-Compete Rules
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that it would be banning non compete agreements. With the FTC non-compete ban, almost all forms of non-compete agreements are against the law. Because there is very little time left to get ready, you should start...
Mastering Payroll Tax Management: Best Practices for Large Enterprises
Effective payroll tax management is crucial for large enterprises to ensure compliance, avoid penalties, and maintain smooth financial operations. Proper payroll tax management involves staying updated on tax laws, accurately classifying employees, implementing...
8 Questions Businesses Should Consider Before the FTC Noncompete Ban Begins
While it hasn’t gone into effect yet, non competes will soon be banned through a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruling. The ruling was issued on April 23, 2024, and the ban will take effect on September 4, 2024. Whether you use the non-compete New York allows or run a...
What Will AI’s Impact on HR Be in the Next Decade?
In the war for talent, employers are facing three tectonic shifts in the labor force. Technology, changing demographics, and new employment laws are causing a quantum shift in the labor market and human resources (HR). Artificial intelligence (AI) is both a cause of...
How AI Will Disrupt HR: Tectonic Shifts in HCM
“Technology is going to change HR. It just is. And so you can get run over by it, or you can embrace it and lean into it and use it.” In episode #104 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War...
7 Strategies for Navigating HR Investigations: Guide for Small Businesses
Human Resources (HR) investigations are essential for addressing employee complaints, ensuring workplace compliance, and maintaining a healthy organizational culture. However, they can pose significant challenges, especially for small businesses that may lack the...
How Performance Reviews Drive an Engaged Workforce
Performance reviews are more than a metric for raises and promotions. They are a valuable way to set goals and motivate employees and an important part of a strategic people management strategy. By learning how to offer performance reviews, you can transform your...
How Does the New Ban on Non-Competes Work?
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new rule that essentially bans do not compete clauses. The FTC banning non competes means that companies will no longer be able to use non-compete clauses to stop workers from quitting and getting new...
FTC Non-Compete Update for 2024: Are Non-Compete Clauses Enforceable?
Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that non-compete clauses would no longer be allowed. The FTC non-compete update goes into effect on September 4, 2024. Thanks to the new FTC ban, employers may want to know, “Are non-compete clauses enforceable?”...
7 Tips for Building an Informed Workforce
Building an informed workplace is about more than just communication. It is about being conscious about what you communicate and where you inform employees about updates. From incorporating company-wide meetings to town halls, there are major changes you can make to...
FTC Ruling On Non Competes
“Use this time wisely, 120 days is not that much time to prepare.” In episode #103 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War for Talent, Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C., Brian Shenker, sits down...
HR Compliance Update | June 4, 2024
FEDERAL UPDATES EEO-1 Reporting – The deadline to submit and certify EEO-1 reports for 100+ employers is June 4, 2024. The EEOC just announced that it filed lawsuits against 15 employers in 10 different states and multiple industries for failing to comply with the...
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