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The Delicate Art of Choosing Part-Time vs. Full-Time Workers

Homebase

It can make it clearer which employment laws apply to you (and can benefit you and your employees), help you build better teams, and be a more efficient, profitable operation overall. This is a matter generally to be determined by the employer.” Part-time workers are those who usually work fewer than 35 hours per week.”

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Everything You Need to Know About Wage and Hour Lawsuits

Zenefits

Complying with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws can be intimidating. But comply you must — or risk a wage and hour lawsuit. This article delves into wage and hour lawsuits, including their prevalence, why employers should avoid them, and how to respond to one. paid sick leave).

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Oh Joy! Guest Worker Case Answers Tricky Wage and Hour Questions

HR Daily Advisor

A recent decision from a California Court of Appeal addressed the issue of whether a worker without a work permit was entitled to minimum wage and overtime protections under federal and state law. ” The agreement further stated, “If you stay in the office beyond 20 hours a week, it will be your personal choice.”

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Sponsoring a foreign national: Everything you need to know

Insperity

Be cautious that the requirements can change as lawmakers update existing immigration-related laws and regulations. Always review with legal counsel to oversee the process and to answer any questions about foreign national sponsorship and the changing laws that affect employment. The process for a U.S.

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Going Against the Grain: Worker Fired After Unequal Pay Complaint

HR Daily Advisor

Oakley Grain hired “Mariah” in August 2010 to work at the Yellow Bend facility in Arkansas City. Mariah learned that her brother, an Oakley Grain employee at the Pendleton facility, had received “harvest and safety bonuses.” thodonal / iStock / Getty Images Plus. “Jim” In 2011, 2012, and 2013, she received raises.

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Recruitment and the UK Candidate Experience ~ HR to HR 2.0 and.

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#ECTalent - big data analytics ~ HR to HR 2.0 and Human Capital.

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1 global online influencer in talent management. #6 10 hours ago. 10 hours ago. 5 Things Every HR Pro Can Learn From Riley Cooper and the Eagles. 11 hours ago. We did have an absolutely great kick off from Will Hutton, but that was about the new mobile, agile business - not the workforce. My website.