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The Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule addressing independent contractor classifications this month. The rule is set take effect March 11, 2024.

Mental health awareness is a trending topic in today’s corporate culture. The Department of Labor (DOL) has marked the significance of the topic by launching a new webpage dedicated to supporting mental health at work. Included in the new page is a list of requirements employers are obligated to...

Amid looming recession concerns, many employees are feeling the financial pinch and looking at their compensation with a more scrutinizing eye. Employers should consider a compensation study to ensure they are paying their employees fairly with the market standard. Employees who feel they are paid...

With an uncertain economic forecast on the horizon, business owners need to keep an extra close eye on their books to avoid excess costs. Keeping a business profitable is a basic goal of any owner, but the formula to get there is not always so simple. These tips can help take you from merely...

Missouri is among the latest states to legalize marijuana for recreational use. While Amendment 3 allows individuals over 21 to use marijuana outside of work hours, employers are still within their legal bounds to drug test or terminate employees found using it recreationally. However, when an...

In many cases, employees are unwilling to report harassment following inappropriate behavior from a coworker or supervisor, fearing retaliation or the intimidation ofreporting a claim to upper management. It is the responsibility of Human Resources to ensure proper training, education and policies...

Since the COVID-19 public health crisis, telehealth visits have been on the rise. Telehealth refers to the practice of receiving health counseling virtually rather than in a provider’s office. While the convenience is appealing, some employees prefer in-person visits for the face-to-face contact....

Summer is here, and as the temperatures rise so do the number of on-the-job illnesses and injuries related to heat. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration launched its National Emphasis Program – Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards on April 8 to “protect workers across the nation...

It can be tricky to track employee performance, but conducting performance reviews on a regular basis is a beneficial practice for managers and employees. Reviews help strengthen the relationship between the employee and the manager by providing a space for open dialogue from both parties. This...