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I agree, if the Free Choice Act or some version of it becomes law it will have far more impact on employers. But, don't underestimate the power of women leaders!!! I'm encouraged by the roles women are taking in politics, unions, corporations, etc.…
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Thanks for the input. I read an interesting article (by a background check company no less) that pointed out that many names on the OFAC list were common Arabic names. They suggested that relying on the list with a name match only could give rise to…
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I agree that the HR person does not want to be the company Mom. In this case, it seems the one receiving the phone calls could handle it. The only thing that might concern me is if the calls were excessive or made the employee feel unsafe or as if h…
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think the benefit plan document itself sets out the rules for eligibility. If it says after 90 days, then the employee is eligible if employed on the 91st day. The best way to handle is to show the COO the plan documen…
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I agree with TXHRGuy that complying with the I-9 in a true contract situation is the agency's responsibility. But... didn't Walmart get in trouble because the contractor providing cleaning services at its stores was using unauthorized workers? Don't…
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On the I-9 form, it was my understanding they only have to update the name if they have to reverify because of an expired work authorization document. Otherwise, I don't think you have to do anything on the I-9. There are lots of other things such a…
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I think you have to start by asking yourself what you want to accomplish with the relocation policy? Is it targeted at certain levels, e.g., VP and above? Are you concerned about being able to attract specialized candidates with certain technical ab…
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I don't know much about Six Sigma, but there was an article in the HRDA a while back written by someone who has a black belt. The article is at http://hrdailyadvisor.blr.com/archive/2008/01/25/HR_Process_Hiring_Empoyment_Recruiting_Improvement_Six_S…
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Hi Will. I'm sorry about your job loss. It is tough to make this kind of transition and seems unfair after 16 years. I would love to help you out but you are asking for personal contact information and many of us might not be willing to give that in…
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Thanks for responding. We are looking to set up a wellness program to improve attendance and overall employee health, and to reduce long-term health insurance costs. The company is also thinking of switching to an HSA/high deductible plan for 2009, …
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In a case where the company has information that an employee is using a Social Security number that isn't his or hers, it must take some action. First, you need to make sure that the Social Security number you have for the longer term employee is co…
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Wow, stories like that really put the little gripes I have about work in perspective. What I don't understand is why companies or law firms tolerate people like that? I've heard stories like this from big law firms and the only explanation must be t…
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This one from Jackson Lewis is good-- http://www.jacksonlewis.com/legalupdates/article.cfm?aid=1291
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Ok, I just got my SHRM learning system in the mail. Since I think I'm going to try the SPHR, any other suggestions for supplemental materials on the strategic issues?
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I really appreciate all of this information. I'm still on the fence about which exam to take, but it sounds like SHRM is the right resource.
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I'm also interested in what people have to say on this subject. Also, is the online SHRM Learning System a good resource to use for preparing for one or both? Will I learn what I need to know using it?
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Ok, I think common sense has to prevail here. The person has been there less than a month and out for the last two weeks. It's not workers' compensation and FMLA doesn't come into play. The ADA could require that an employer give a leave of absence …
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I like both ideas--fewer meetings and staff meeting mixers! Might try to implement here.
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I guess I would wonder why you would collect information about how well the referring employee knows the applicant. Presumably, an applicant (even one referred by an employee) has to go through the selection proces including filling out an applicati…
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I think asking employees to share a hotel room is just plain cheap. I would refuse to travel if I was told I had to share a room with a co-worker. Like working with them, but don't have any desire to know if they snore, what they wear to bed, or how…
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We have gone around and around on donated leave banks a few times over the years, but in the end the administrative problems kept us from ever moving forward.
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I agree that this is a state law issue. I know of one situation where a discrimination charge was filed over the company's refusal to let a man in the process of having a sex change use of the womens' bathroom. Different state, but seems like someth…
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This reminds me of something we used to do at my company. We have monthly company meetings to go over results and celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. We used to have a program where employees could nominate other employees for awards each month. …
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Makes me wonder how all these other managers found out about the discipline in the first place. If the individual who was disciplined is telling people, it is one thing. If someone in HR told other managers, then the HR person should be disciplined …
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Hi Ken I had a feeling that was the case, but thought I would check. I guess working out a settlement is the only real option. I appreciate the ideas about finding it in the budget though--I didn't get that far yet. Barbie
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It is true that not every termination has to do with Title VII. But it is also true that an employee who feels he was treated unfairly and didn't have an opportunity to correct problem performance or behavior is more likely to file a claim against t…
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I agree. In addition, the tax rules can be a little complicated so an expert can help navigate those issues as well.