Authors: Bruce Wilson and Scott Franzen The first cybersecurity policy was written in 1997. Then, about 10 years ago, the policies started gaining in popularity and became standard coverage in any risk transfer program. You don’t need to do too much research to find out why...
A new Harris Poll survey found that most employed Americans are satisfied with their company’s paid time off (PTO) policy; however, 3 in 4 said they didn’t use the maximum PTO permitted by their employer. According to the survey, most U.S. workers get between 11 and...
Worksite evaluations are crucial to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) efforts to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for workers. Worksite evaluations help identify potential safety risks before they cause accidents or illnesses. Complying with OSHA standards helps organizations avoid legal penalties and...
HR professionals play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime payment requirements, helping reduce legal risks and ensure workers are paid properly. Understanding FLSA overtime and minimum wage requirements and determining which employees are exempt...
In the healthcare environment, particularly in nursing homes, the incidence of violence against nurses by patients is a growing concern. This issue not only affects the safety and well-being of the nurses but also impacts the quality of care that patients receive. Understanding the nature...
The writer's strike in 2023, headed up by the Writers Guild of America, differs from the one in 2007-2008 in several key aspects: Technological and Market Changes: The media landscape has transformed significantly since the 2007-2008 strike, largely due to the rise of streaming services....
As a small and medium-sized business (SMB) owner, running a business in our current inflationary economy is not easy with prices increasing. Unfortunately, with the current insurance hard market, premiums are also increasing, which especially negatively impacts smaller business. To help you mitigate your costs,...
June is National Safety Month. The National Safety Council (NSC) promotes this annual campaign in an effort to raise awareness of the leading causes of preventable injuries and fatalities at work, on the road, and within homes and communities. Watch this one- minute video for...
Companies may need to work with professional employer organizations (PEOs) to obtain contract workers for several reasons—whether it’s to account for their seasonal production periods, fulfill large contracts or secure contract-to-hire positions. Yet, before using a PEO to acquire employees, it is important for employers...
Enforcement of the strict standards of fiduciary conduct set forth in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has traditionally been reserved for retirement plan sponsors. However, a new class action lawsuit highlights the importance of employers’ adherence to their fiduciary duties when managing their...