In today's workforce, business owners really struggle to keep their heads above water. They are asked to be more productive with less resources, and often times take on the responsibilities of too many areas of their business.
Our external environment affects business owners as well. A new congress and administration in Washington, Supreme Court rulings, and now - healthcare reform. What does it all mean to business owners?
There are several HR pitfalls to avoid. Read on.
Sloppy I-9 procedures - 2007 marked a new record in arrests made by the Department of Homeland Security. Almost 5,000 people were arrested during worksite enforcement activities, and the message was loud and clear - Employers who knowingly employ illegal aliens will pay for it. To stay compliant, make sure that you: 1. Stay within established timelines. 2. Accept only documents that are genuine. 3. Know which documents are acceptable, and reject expired documents. 4. Let the employee decide which documents to give you.
Inconsistent classification of positions under the FLSA - Remember that, in order for you to classify an employee as exempt, the employee's position must meet every criteria under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Connect with the Department of Labor
Tripping over service members' rights - Most employers are not aware of USERRA and how that act might impact their business. There are notification, reinstatement, promotion, and benefit rights that employers should know and understand. Link here for more information.
And of course, contact HR Now for any assistance you might need.
Ericka Heid
HR Now
www.h-r-now.com
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