Did you know that it is recommended to do a yearly I-9 audit? It is so important to do regular checks of your employee files and I-9s and this time of the year is the perfect time to do it. If you need assistance, NAE can help. Our team of experienced professionals can assist through […]
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) went into effect in April 2020 and by it’s terms is set to expire on December 31, 2020. As this date draws near, employers are left wondering whether FFCRA will be extended in to 2021 or not? As of this article, there is no legislation pending before Congress […]
Until recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance was that individuals who have had close contact with a confirmed positive or a suspected positive COVID case quarantine for a period of 14 days. However, understanding the burdens a 14-day quarantine imposes on businesses and individuals, the CDC has updated its guidance providing […]
Ever since March 2020, we have taken thousands of calls about how the pandemic is changing the typical business model. Overnight (literally), many businesses had to close, reduce occupancy, or shift to a remote work model. We find ourselves in this position again with Nevada’s current Statewide Pause. Even before we were in the midst […]
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Pay EquityAlthough President Trump has not formally conceded the presidential race against democratic challenger Joe Biden and continues contest the election results, it is important for Nevada employers to be aware of what changes may occur during a Biden administration. It is anticipated that the approach of Biden will likely resemble that of former President Barack […]
In the midst of record COVID-19 cases in Nevada, Governor Steve Sisolak has announced new mitigation directives that will affect businesses statewide. Calling for a statewide “pause,” Governor Sisolak issued new capacity restrictions for certain business, as well as implementing a new mandatory mask mandate. The new restrictions are set to go into effect at […]
It is that time of year again, when last minute vacation requests appear, open enrollment is making us crazy, and file storage boxes line the hallway. Even in the midst of COVID, day to day HR functions do not stop. It is the season of cleaning out file folders, storing employee files, and preparing for […]
Through the pandemic, many employers have been relying on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines on what is considered a “close contact” exposure to COVID-19 for the purpose of contact tracing within their business. The CDC had previously defined a close contact exposure as an individual being within six feet of […]
Seasonal. Variable. Part-time. Full-time. Going into the fourth quarter (and holiday season) these are words employers are using more and more. As workload and product demands increase in certain industries, the need for additional labor comes into play. There are many questions surrounding seasonal employment. Here are some of the most common: What is a […]
As we approach 11 months since the first case of COVID-19 was reported in the United States, it is becoming clear that the pandemic (and its effects on the economy) will be here for the foreseeable future. By this point, many employers may have already had to undergo a company-wide reduction-in- force (RIF) or permanently […]
