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November 14, 2013 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Employer Tips: Dealing With Substance Abuse Issues At Work

Employer Tips: Dealing With Substance Abuse Issues At Work

It’s no surprise to employers that substance abuse in the workplace is problematic for businesses and can lead to increased workplace injuries, loss of productivity, employer liability, and a steady rise in health insurance claims. But what can you do if you suspect that your employee has a substance abuse problem, but there is no […]

Filed Under: Background Checks, Dealing with Difficult Employees, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Policies and Procedures, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: substance abuse in the workplace

July 25, 2013 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Recent DOMA Ruling Means Companies Should Review Their FMLA Policies

Recent DOMA Ruling Means Companies Should Review Their FMLA Policies

The legal definition of “spouse”, under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act has forever changed as the result of a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in a case involving the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). The nation’s highest court has ruled that it is not constitutional to define marriage […]

Filed Under: Employment Law, Fair Labor Standards/FLSA, Family Medical Leave/FMLA Tagged With: defense of marriage act, doma, employment law, FMLA

May 30, 2013 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

The 411 on Upcoming Legislation,
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and The Supporting Working Moms Act

The 411 on Upcoming Legislation, <small><div class="subtitle_header">The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and The Supporting Working Moms Act</div></small>

Two sets of legislation are being reviewed that employers should be aware of. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and The Supporting Working Moms Act.

Filed Under: Employment Law, Fair Labor Standards/FLSA, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: breastfeeding at work, pregnant workers fairness act, reasonable accomodations

March 22, 2013 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

New Employment Forms:
Family Medical Leave & I-9

New Employment Forms: <small><div class="subtitle_header">Family Medical Leave & I-9</div></small>

U.S. employers should be aware that there will be changes to the I-9 , (Employment Eligibility Form) and posters outlining legalities related to Family Medical Leave.

Employment Eligibility Form: The updated employment verification form is available now. Changes include a new format and additional instructions. You’ll need to transition to the new form for all new employees and for employees who need to be re-verified by May 7, 2013.

Filed Under: Employment Law, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring Tagged With: changes in family medical leave, Employment eligibility form, I-9 form

March 12, 2013 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Can You Terminate Employment Of A Disabled Employee On Medical?

Can You Terminate Employment Of A Disabled Employee On Medical?

Employers should always practice due diligence when it comes to employee accommodations related to disability.  But what happens in cases where an accommodation is not possible?  What rights do employers have? What about an employees’ right to reasonable accommodation based on the ADA, versus an employers’ business needs? The law firm of Baker Olmsted & […]

Filed Under: Employment Law, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: Reasonable Accomodations Under ADA

November 24, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Hot Topics From Around The Web: Court Rules Against Employee Who Files FMLA Lawsuit Related to Social Media

Hot Topics From Around The Web:  Court Rules Against Employee Who Files FMLA Lawsuit Related to Social Media

Employers have become very cognizant of their employee’s social media use.

Filed Under: Employment Law, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: FMLA, Social Media Policy

November 6, 2012 by Dianne Shaddock 1 Comment

What Is Considered a Reasonable Accommodation Under the ADA?

What Is Considered a Reasonable Accommodation Under the ADA?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) insists that an employer provide an individual with a disability what is termed as ‘reasonable accommodation’ whether the individual is already an employee or applying for employment.

Filed Under: Fair Labor Standards/FLSA, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: Reasonable Accomodations Under ADA

November 18, 2011 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

The Parental Bereavement Act: What Employers Need to Know

The Parental Bereavement Act:  What Employers Need to Know

What is the Parental Bereavement Act? As a supervisor, you’re already familiar with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which provides eligible workers in specific situations with up to 12 weeks of protected unpaid leave and continuation of health insurance coverage. For example, FMLA protects employees caring for a newborn or bonding with an […]

Filed Under: Employment Law, Family Medical Leave/FMLA Tagged With: Family Medical Leave, FMLA, Parental Bereavement Act

June 29, 2011 by Dianne Shaddock Leave a Comment

Employee Handbook – The Top 9 Policies That Should Be Part Of Every Employee Handbook

Employee Handbook – The Top 9 Policies That Should Be Part Of Every Employee Handbook

Does your company have an employee handbook?  If you don’t you should.  An employee handbook serves three purposes.  It highlights your expectations for the workplace, puts in writing any legal requirements requirements and sets employee guidelines for workplace practices and behavior in black and white. Even a bare bones employee handbook is better than no […]

Filed Under: Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures, Recruitment/Interviewing/Hiring, Supervisor Tips and Strategies Tagged With: employee handbook, employee manual, how to make an employee handbook, policy manual

June 24, 2011 by Dianne Shaddock 4 Comments

Family Medical Leave Act: What Every Business Needs To Know

Family Medical Leave Act: What Every Business Needs To Know

What is the Family Medical Leave Act and why is it important? The Family Medical Leave Act, also known as FMLA is a law enacted in1993 which states that qualified employees have the right to access an unpaid leave for a total of up to 12 weeks during any 12-month period, and in some circumstances, […]

Filed Under: Employment Law, Family Medical Leave/FMLA, Managing Employees, Policies and Procedures Tagged With: best management practices, Employer Responsibilities, Family Medical Leave, FMLA, FMLA Updates, maternity leave, military leave

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