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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

Business Management Daily

Included material spans from initial application through leaving the organization. For instance, employers cannot include medical information in an employee’s general personnel file due to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Medical leave of absence requests. Family and Medical Leave Act paperwork.

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The Impact of UK’s Shared Parental Leave Law – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

I recently received a question about the United Kingdom’s Shared Parental Leave law. Issues like parental leave exist everywhere. Can you give us a brief description of the United Kingdom’s new shared parental leave law? You can find full details of shared parental leave in the XpertHR employment law manual.

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Why I Don’t Believe in Parental Leave Requirements

UpstartHR

My friend Lance Haun wrote last week about why he thinks we should fight for legislating parental leave in the US. Family medical leave is one thing–holding your employee’s job while he or she takes time at home for a variety of health and family-related reasons isn’t easy, but it’s doable.

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Essential steps to creating an emergency plan for your business

Business Management Daily

Contractual penalties or loss of contractual bonuses. Warning: creating a telecommute option opens the door to Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation requests to work at home. Then there’s the Family and Medical Leave Act. Allowing remote work during FMLA leave requires careful management.

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Which state laws apply to remote employees

Business Management Daily

Employment classifications for exempt and non-exempt W-2 employees are covered under federal law with the Fair Labor Standards Act ( FLSA ). Sick leave and time off. Different states have their own requirements regarding sick leave and time off of work. Federal leave policies will apply to all employees. FMLA Eligibility.

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How to Be Smart About FSA Spending

Benefit Resource Inc.

Make doctor’s appointments now for you and your family. And if you’re traveling, don’t leave home without it! In case you missed it: last year the CARES Act enabled FSA funds to be used on over-the-counter medications, so start spending now to avoid the last-minute December spend-a-thon. March 15th.

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How Employee Perks Can Help Companies in the US

Vantage Circle

When chosen and implemented thoughtfully, employee perks act as a talent magnet. These incentives span a wide array, from health benefits and retirement plans to flexible work arrangements, financial bonuses, and professional development opportunities. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans offer peace of mind.