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New Mobile Phone Statute: Got an HR Policy? July 03, 2008 An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. A written HR policy regarding California’s recently enacted cell phone law, which mandates the use of hands-free headsets while driving, can prevent future legal problems. Click here for a sample policy, also available at our Employment Practices library section.
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Don’t Garnish Wages for Training Costs, It’s the Law July 01, 2008 Although California employers can ask workers to pay back training costs, a recent appellate case illustrates how not to do it. Click here for this brief case law update.
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Will Work For College Credit June 26, 2008 Summertime always brings fresh young faces into the office, as students seek real-world experience. Internships also are a great way for businesses to stake out top recruits before their stock rises. Here’s a primer on how to get the most out of your internship program.
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Supreme Court Decision Grants Employers Free Speech June 24, 2008 The nation’s highest Court recently opined that federal labor relations laws preempt state laws, effectively overturning a California law that silenced some employers. But it’s a little more complex than that – click here to get the scoop.
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To Avoid Fakers, Create a Healthy Sick Leave Policy June 10, 2008 Every manager has either heard the fake cough or suspected foul play from at least one of their employees calling in sick. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Shifting demographics and the continued blurring of the lines between work life and personal life should encourage employers to create more progressive personal leave policies. Click here to learn how. read more here...
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Small Employers Less Willing to Offer Creative Schedules June 05, 2008 While one study shows an upward trend in U.S. employers offering flexible schedules and alternative working arrangements, but what about small businesses? Get the details in this brief report.
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Hang Up and Drive, Or at Least Use a Headset – It’s the Law May 27, 2008 Legislation passed in 2006 that bans yakking without a hands-free device while driving takes effect on July 1. A California labor attorney explains what every employer must understand about the law. Click here to find out.
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Are Increasingly Expensive Commutes an Employer’s Concern? May 22, 2008 According to a new survey, HR managers seem to think so. Read about ways companies are helping relieve the shock of record-high fuel prices and how the disturbing trend may affect your ability to attract the best and brightest in this brief summary.
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State Supreme Court to Hear Pivotal Non-Compete Agreement Case May 15, 2008 A case that will either give more leverage to California employers or keep things pretty much the way they are will be heard later this month. Read what all the fuss is about in this brief preview.
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