The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Many businesses can be unsure whether the ADA applies to them, as such, this article details which employers are covered by the ADA. In […]
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HRSay the word networking to certain groups of people and you will get a horrified stare in return. Some professions attract people with more introverted personalities and human resources is one of them. Some people are surprised to hear this, as human resources is typically thought of as a job for “people who like people.” […]
When the pandemic first started in 2020, many companies transitioned to a remote work model. In many cases, this involved quite a bit of work and expense on the back end. Companies had to provide equipment, internet/database/CRM access, make sure everything was secure, and still maintain a professional atmosphere. While many employees enjoyed this remote […]
Additionally, Nevada OSHA has updated it’s COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to address questions that have come up related to the indoor mask mandate. While the FAQs can be found on the Nevada OSHA website, we have compiled them below for convenience. Which types of employers does the OSHA guidance apply to? Does it apply […]
In June, Amazon announced that it would no longer include marijuana in it’s drug testing program for positions not regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Marijuana use would be treated the same as alcohol use. Amazon joins a growing list of companies that have shifted their workplace drug policies. However, most of those companies […]
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued technical guidance regarding discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. The technical guidance clarifies existing law regarding sex-based discrimination in light of the Supreme Court’s decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, 590 U.S. _____ (2020). In addition to explaining the Bostock decision, the technical guidance addresses […]
When was the last time you talked to your employees? Do you know if their performance is lacking because of a personal issue or because they don’t understand how their job aligns with the company mission? Did you know that most of them just want a simple thank you occasionally? Performance management does not happen […]
How we attract and retain good employees is one of the most important things to know and understand when in business — particularly right now. It is also important to clearly define who (and what) you want in your staff. The best way to identify these things is through a job description. What is a […]
Recently President Biden signed bipartisan legislation that made Juneteenth (June 19th) a federal holiday. Juneteenth is the first new federal holiday in nearly 40 years. It marks the day news of emancipation reached the last remaining slaves in Texas — nearly two months after the end of the Civil War and two years after the […]
While the number of people seeking information on getting a COVID-19 vaccine increased significantly after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that fully vaccinated individuals no longer needed to wear masks, only about 40% of the population in the United States is currently fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccine hesitancy has been an […]
