Human Resources News
EEOC Proposes Prohibiting Background Checks on Workers
The proposal would not allow employers to conduct criminal background checks on job applicants or current workers.
Posted Aug 2, 2011
Connecticut Becomes First to Require Paid Sick Time
The law governs service-industry companies with 50 or more employees.
Posted Jul 7, 2011
Connecticut Requires Paid Sick Leave
The state is the first in the U.S. to mandate that private employers give workers paid time off for illnesses.
Posted Jun 14, 2011
Sheetz, Chevron Make Top 25 List of Work-Life Balance Companies
The list ranks businesses that have workplace policies in place that give workers support for family and personal duties.
Posted May 27, 2011
U.S. Department of Labor Investigates Alleged N.J. Gasoline Station Wage Violations
The agency is conducting a 12-month examination into claims that station attendants receive less than the minimum wage.
Posted Apr 28, 2011
Tennessee Bill Strengthens Workers’ Comp Rules
The measure would make it harder for fired employees to win claims.
Posted Mar 2, 2011
Holidays Not Only Reason for Employee Stress
A recent survey found that 2010 brought higher stress to workers.
Posted Dec 22, 2010
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Posted Dec 3, 2010
Part-Time Workers Carry Potential for Problems
Small businesses especially need to know all the rules and regulations for part-timers.
Posted Oct 27, 2010
Are Your Stores ADA Accessible?
Free NACS webinar will help you earn both the legal aspects and key architectural aspects of the 2010 ADA regulations.
Posted Oct 18, 2010
Tennessee Court Reverses Precedent in Workers’ Discrimination Claims
The court decided that employers have to show discrimination or retaliation claims are not true instead of workers proving their case.
Posted Sep 29, 2010
Sheetz Rates High Among Ohio's Best Employers
For Sheetz employees, it’s more than just a great place to work.
Posted May 28, 2010
Form to Claim Payroll Tax Exemption for Hiring New Workers Now Available
The IRS has issued the form as part of the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act.
Posted May 19, 2010
Appeals Court Rules Women Can Sue Walmart
Now, thousands of female Walmart workers can file a class-action lawsuit against the retailer over supposed pay and promotion discrimination.
Posted Apr 28, 2010
Illegals Slip Through E-Verify Net
The system designed to stem illegal immigration does not succeed in capturing more than half of the unlawful workforce.
Posted Mar 1, 2010
Chevron Asks Ex-Employees to Come Back
Through an alumni program, Chevron is bringing former employees back to work as contractors.
Posted Feb 12, 2010
Senate Vote Expected Today on Controversial NLRB Nomination
Craig Becker’s beliefs of empowering the NLRB to make drastic changes in labor regulations concerns the business community.
Posted Feb 9, 2010
NACS Gears Up for Human Resources Forum in Orlando
Forum topic will be “HR: Steering the Ship Through Turbulent Waters” for 2010.
Posted Feb 2, 2010
Motivation With Unique Motivational Tools
From dogs to yoga, one Canadian company makes sure employees are on top of their game.
Posted Jan 8, 2010
Franchising Gets a Fresh, Young Face
As more boomers retire, franchisers set their sights on a much younger crowd.
Posted Oct 1, 2009
What’s a ‘Green Job?’
The Bureau of Labor Statistics finds that because of limited data, there is no consensus as to what constitutes eco-friendly employment.
Posted Apr 29, 2009
Small Business Owners Stop Paying Selves
In an effort to keep their businesses afloat, entrepreneurs are cutting their own pay.
Posted Apr 27, 2009
Improving Customer Service
Ten easy steps can lead to better customer satisfaction.
Posted Apr 9, 2009
Layoffs as a Last Option
Some businesses consider other options to cut costs before downsizing employees.
Posted Apr 9, 2009
Business, Labor React to Card Check Compromise
Alternative to the Employee Free Choice Act draws opposition.
Posted Mar 25, 2009
‘Card Check’ Legislation Harms Businesses, Employees
Kevin Turkington writes how the Employee Free Choice Act would negatively affect his small business.
Posted Mar 23, 2009
Changes Coming to Employee Verification
Originally set to take effect February 2, the new April 3 deadline is approaching.
Posted Mar 11, 2009
IRS Issues Employer Guidance for Claiming COBRA Coverage
The new information will help employers claim COBRA medial coverage credit on their payroll tax form.
Posted Mar 2, 2009
Congress Gears Up for Labor Battle
With a labor-friendly Congress, many small business owners are worried that the Employee Free Choice Act will become law.
Posted Mar 2, 2009
Fraud on the Rise in Small Businesses
In today’s economic recession, more employees are stealing cash and forging checks.
Posted Feb 23, 2009
Last Chance to Register for the HR Forum
Friday is the deadline to register for the NACS HR Forum, March 10-12 in Orlando.
Posted Feb 19, 2009