Question: We want to suspend an employee to get his attention.  What do you think? John has been late a number of times over the last six months. His supervisor has given him a verbal warning, and a written warning. He’s been warned that one more tardy this month...

Question:  We have several hourly employees who work eight hours per day.  Currently they take a one-hour meal period after working four hours.  The employees would prefer to take a 30- minute meal period and leave 30 minutes earlier.  Is this permitted? Answer: ...

Question:  We have to cut expenses significantly – and it’s come down to reducing headcount. What should we consider? Answer: From time to time employers are challenged with cutting payroll expenses. So what should you consider when you have to make that tough...