This article shares lessons employers can learn from SHRM's legal challenge and practical strategies they can implement to strengthen their own compliance programs and reduce the risk of costly litigation.
HR and Payroll departments play a crucial role in forecasting and managing extra pay periods caused by the calendar. While they are a natural occurrence, failure to plan for them can lead to a surprising increase in payroll costs. Early preparation is essential to manage the financial impact and ensure smooth operations for all stakeholders.
Managing family and medical leave across multiple states is a compliance minefield. The federal FMLA sets a baseline, but state-specific laws often impose stricter or conflicting requirements, especially around documentation and notice obligations. This article offers strategies to maintain compliance across jurisdictions and avoid costly missteps.
This article discusses steps for employers to take to provide reasonable accommodations under the Americans With Disabilities Act related to employees' mental health.
Welcome to the Brightmine interactive world map showing annual paid leave entitlements in 28 countries. This visual tool allows you to explore how many days of annual paid leave employees are entitled to in different regions.
New survey data reveals that HR workers struggle to keep employee handbooks in compliance and think their company's handbook processes need improvement.
The second Trump administration continues to focus on Form I-9 requirements and employment eligibility verification as it escalates audits and worksite immigration enforcement. This article revisits questions related to the I-9 and E-Verify that the Brightmine Ask Our Experts service has received from HR professionals navigating this compliance minefield.