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Attention on Deck: Register Now for HR Boot Camp

HRWatchdog

In the Golden State, keeping track of and administering California’s onerous employment laws can be a full-time job in itself. CalChamber’s HR Boot Camp is a comprehensive, two half-day training event that will cover many important aspects of the employment life cycle. Common wage and hour issues. to 12:30 p.m.

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Is Hiring Teens a Good Alternative to a Tight Labor Market?

Stratus

Lower wages. Many people argue that minimum wage was never meant to be a livable wage, but rather an acceptable amount of money for someone new entering the workforce. Most adults prefer an 8-5 workday where they can check out early in the evening to attend to personal and family needs. Limited hours of availability.

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EEOC Busy: Focus on Sexual Harassment

HRWatchdog

The EEOC continues to collect money from employers in lawsuits and settlements for sexual harassment. The agency continues to focus on sexual harassment in America’s workplaces as recent press releases demonstrate: On June 13, 2018, the EEOC announced a multimillion-dollar sexual discrimination settlement against a transportation supplier.

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Holiday Parties and Harassment

HR Counselor's Corner

It’s that time of the year again when companies are throwing holiday parties to thank their employees and celebrate the season! If it is an open bar, simply limit the hours it is open. Remind employees of your current discrimination and harassment policies prior to the party by sending out a company wide memo. Christmas Party?

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4 key steps to maintaining HR compliance

HRExecutive

For example, while the federal minimum wage remains unchanged, 21 states raised their minimum wage on Jan. In addition, new paid-sick-leave laws, mandates on sexual-harassment training and anti-discrimination laws are springing up coast to coast. Implement a Rigorous Training Program for Managers. Advertisement.

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CalChamber’s HR Boot Camp Happening Next Week

HRWatchdog

Don’t miss this popular, two half-day live virtual training event that guides you through human resources topics; explains requirements and best practices; and has interactive question-and-answer opportunities throughout. There will be no recording associated with these virtual seminars so be sure to attend the live training.

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5 common wage and hour mistakes every employer should avoid

Homebase

One major thing the FLSA does is require employers to pay most employees a minimum hourly wage. . As of late 2021, that federal wage is $7.25 States also set an hourly minimum wage , and employers must pay employees the higher of the two. Avoid these common wage and hour mistakes. Make payroll painless.