USERRA’s reach is broad. It covers not only those in federal service in the Army and other branches of the federal armed forces but also persons in “service in a uniformed service,” which includes full-time National Guard duty. And although the law doesn’t require employers to provide paid time off to perform such duty, it does prohibit employers from treating employees in such service less favorably than employees who need leave for other reasons.
While some employers offer unpaid internships, Zippia reports that 60.8% of internships are paid. Employers must remain compliant with employment laws surrounding intern pay. Download our Playbook for pair pay: Guide to intern wage compliance to gain valuable information.
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As political tensions continue to rise in 2024, it will be crucial for employers and managers to be able to navigate this landscape. By fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and open communication, organizations can maintain a productive and harmonious work environment, even amid the most challenging political climates.
Do you know which of your employees are exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime pay requirement? This complimentary download will help you take the guesswork out of employee classification.
It’s now not uncommon for employees to work full-time from home in a state that’s different from the site of their office. However, this phenomenon can have significant and unexpected consequences for employers. Typically, the laws of the state where an employee is working—not the laws of the state where the employer is headquartered—apply to the employment relationship.
It’s that time of year again! No, we’re not referring to spring. On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) opened its portal for filing 2023 EEO-1 data. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Are you ready to report? Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about EEO-1 reporting.
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We have a position that requires security clearance. After the interview process, selected applicants are offered a position conditioned on completing an online 2-hour training course and successfully passing a test about the course. Because they have not been hired yet and won’t be hired without the security clearance, the training course time is unpaid. Should we be paying them for training courses that are a condition of employment? If so, how can we pay them if they haven’t been onboarded?