Aug 27, 2012 | Summer 2012 Newletters
Confidentiality in Workplace Investigations In many workplace investigations surrounding an employee complaint, employers routinely ask employees not to discuss the case with co-workers while the investigation is pending. This allows the investigator to protect the...
Jun 7, 2012 | Spring 2012 Newsletters
by Jeremiah Miller, Forging Leaders “Miah, your mom and I are getting divorced.” “Son, you’re going to need surgery to repair that knee.” “Listen Jeremiah, this isn’t working out. I think we should break up.” I’ve been on the receiving end of my share of...
Jun 7, 2012 | Spring 2012 Newsletters
by Susan R. Breslauer, SPHR-CA We recently received the following scenario and question regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) from a client: Our business has 3 separate companies with 60 employees in total related by ownership (the same owners for all 3...
Jun 7, 2012 | Spring 2012 Newsletters
Knowing as much as possible about an applicant’s background is key to making a great hire. In this pursuit, most employers require job applicants to note any criminal convictions on the employment application prior to hire consideration. (In fact, our Silvers...
Jun 7, 2012 | Spring 2012 Newsletters
by Kim Silvers, SPHR-CA The Brinker Restaurant Corp v Superior Court case regarding the timing and requirements around meal and rest breaks for non-exempt employees has been in the courts for over eight years. We finally have a decision! Bottom line: no one thinks...
Dec 29, 2011 | Winter 2011/2012 Newsletters
By Mike Ruppenthal, Ovation Payroll When you’re running a business, you’ve got a lot going on and a lot on your mind. Yes, there are numerous small tasks you have to do each day, but your main focus needs to be on what your company or organization does best, which...
