Category: HR

Q&A: Should breaks under 20 minutes be paid under the FLSA?

In this HR Hotline Q&A, a subscriber wants to know if employers have to pay employees for breaks that are less than 20 minutes in duration under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) if there is no state law addressing the issue. Our content experts have the answer in this article.

BLR takes home Silver in Brandon Hall Group Excellence award

BLR® is proud to announce that its training product, TrainingToday®, took home silver in Brandon Hall Group’s “Best Compliance Training Category.” TrainingToday is a comprehensive workplace training solution that offers expert-crafted compliance training course for companies operating in highly regulated industries.

Preventing sexual harassment: best practices for employers

Learn about sexual harassment in the workplace, its legal implications, and how businesses can foster a respectful, harassment-free environment through proactive policies, investigations, and employee training. Ensure compliance with Title VII and protect your workforce from harassment and retaliation

Employment law compliance update: Leave, tip credits, and noncompete agreements

Watch a free webinar where BLR’s team of in-house employment law experts delve into key trends including expanding paid and sick leave laws, the latest on noncompete agreements, new anti-discrimination protections, and updates on the tip credit under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Stay informed to avoid costly fines, legal disputes, and compliance challenges. Gain the insights needed to align your workplace policies with current regulations.

How to prevent, prepare, and respond to workplace violence

This free guide offers employers essential strategies to prevent, prepare for, and respond to scenarios involving physical and verbal abuse, domestic violence, bomb threats, and active shooters. Be proactive in recognizing potential indicators of workplace violence and take actionable steps to protect yourself and your workforce.

Challenges and strategies for giving feedback to Gen Z

Providing feedback to Gen Z employees can be uniquely challenging for managers. As the youngest generation in the workforce, Gen Z has distinct characteristics and communication preferences that can differ significantly from older generations. And yet, finding a way to connect with this generation is essential for the future of every business, because Gen Z continues to increase its proportion of the labor force.

How to avoid costly USDOL fines and violations

The United States Department of Labor (USDOL) protects employee rights through several employment laws. Each year, many companies face penalties for noncompliance. This article outlines ways employers can remain compliant with a few of the most commonly violated labor laws.