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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...

Allowing an employee to drive on behalf of their employer without ensuring that the individual has a valid driver’s license and clean driving record can be considerednegligent entrustment. Employers can be held liable by third parties under negligent entrustment tort laws for auto accidents caused...

As the world adapts to a working in a post-Covid-19 environment, the way employees prioritize benefit offerings is also changing. Employee Assistance Programs are gaining more traction, and worth adding to your benefits lineup. 

High deductible health plans (HDHPs) boast relatively low monthly premiums in exchange for higher deductibles. This can cause some enrollees to delay care because they are unable to pay out of pocket to meet their deductible. With one-third of covered U.S. workers opting for HDHP plans, employees...