Some time ago, a newer client reached out for help with an exempt salaried offer letter. …

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From the NYS Attorney General’s website, defining discrimination under NYS Human Rights Law: What type of …

Skip the (Protected Class) Personal Jokes to Maintain Compliance in Business and at Work Read more →

Work sampling during an interview process – a candidate showing that they can complete the key …

Do You Pay Job Candidates Who Work During the Interview as Per Diem Employees in Business and at Work? Read more →

I’ve been in the hiring / HR biz for a long time. In other words, I’ve …

Brilliant Jerks are Killing Your Recruitment, Retention and Reputation (and Profit) in Business and at Work Read more →

As a teenager and a (lifelong) New York state resident, I spent several years during the …

Ensure That Seasonal Minor Employees are Paid Compliantly as W-2’s (Not 1099’s) in Business and at Work Read more →

In the great state of New York (as has been the trend in other states), all …

Real-Life Workplace Harassment Examples and Intent vs. Impact Defined in Business and at Work Read more →

All organizations have tactical and strategic Human Resources (HR) needs. For example, paying employees and making …

HR Audits (and Compliant Job Descriptions) Save Money in Business and at Work Read more →

According to a recent Associated Press report, long-time NBC broadcast journalist Tom Brokaw’s response to allegations …

Avoid Kissing Subordinates at Home (or Anywhere) in Business and at Work Read more →

Last year (2017), the EEOC won harassment retaliation settlements from employers to the tune of $192 …

Employers: Harassment Retaliation Has the Highest Price Tag in Business and at Work Read more →

At the beginning of my career, one of my favorite books was Dig Your Well Before …

Dig Your Candidate Well Before You’re Thirsty in Business and at Work Read more →