Remote workers (and how to engage them) As we roll into the second decade of the 21st century, the workplace continues to change. Telecommuting (aka, working remotely) is becoming more prevalent as technology becomes more robust. There are many jobs that no longer require a presence in the traditional office setting. Working from home one […]
With the latest report of the first U.S. coronavirus case of unknown origin in Northern California, many employers in Nevada are concerned and looking for guidance on how best to prepare for what appears to be the inevitable spread of the disease throughout the rest of the country. The coronavirus has spread to all continents […]
Every so often, we will receive a call from a concerned employer about a notice they received from the either the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Unfortunately, the notice they received often informs the employer that a Charge of Discrimination has been filed against them by either a […]
Did you know that NAE specializes in Nevada and Federal laws? NAE is one of the most well regarded, trustworthy resources in the state when it comes to keeping your business compliant and running smoothly. As our state continues to grow, the number of employers who are unsure of local rules and regulations increases. When […]
Under what circumstances can an employer in Nevada make deductions from an employee’s paycheck? As with many questions involving the law, the answer is it depends. Without authorization from the employee, employers may make deductions from an employee’s paycheck for (1) any amount required by law (i.e. taxes, child support, etc.) and (2) contributions to […]
The day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. The new I-9 has been released. Employers should start using the new form right away. There was only a minor change to the computer fillable form. The print version is still the same however, employers still need to use the updated form to reflect the […]
Picture this: One of your long-term employees has called out, on average, twice a week for the last 6 weeks. When he calls out, he tells his manager it is to care for his wife, who is ill. His work starts to fall behind. The manager is getting frustrated and writes him up for excessive […]
NLRB Reverses Rule Regarding Confidentiality During Workplace Investigations Anyone that has taken our discipline and discharge training knows that we cover the topic of confidentiality during an investigation. In the class we explain the narrow circumstances in which you were able to require employees to keep the investigation confidential. Well, that all just changed. In […]
While most employers are aware of the importance of affirmative action in the employment context, many are unaware that they are required to have an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) as well, pursuant to federal law. How do you know if you are required to have one? The answer depends on, among other things, whether you […]
It’s the call that no one wants to get. The conversation that no one wants to have. It brings up emotions that some people want to repress. Do you know what to do when you hear that an employee passed away? Unfortunately, this is a call we get more often than we would like at […]
