Summary: Most employers must adhere to the Fair Labor Standards Act. But the FLSA can be complex — and mistakes are common and costly. Click through for a quick list of common FLSA errors you should avoid. Enacted in 1938, the Fair Labor Standards Act governs federal minimum wage, overtime, child labor and recordkeeping laws. Failure […]
Summary: Workplace style during the pandemic took a dramatic shift to casual attire. Was this a one-time change or was it permanent? Click through to see whether office dress codes will return to pre-pandemic button-downs and slacks. Many workers have spent the past year working from home, their suits and dress shoes gathering dust […]
Summary: Do you rely on seasonal employees to fill staffing shortages during holidays or busy periods? Click through for insights into navigating seasonal employment. Seasonal employment is commonplace in service-oriented industries such as retail and hospitality, where business tends to spike during certain times of the year. Other employers can utilize seasonal employment as […]
You may not be aware that just one inch of floodwater can cause up to $25,000 in damage. Still, most homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flood damage. Flood insurance is a separate policy covering buildings and their contents. Homeowners insurance for water damage is generally limited to problems like burst pipes, not an inundation of water […]
Before forming a nonprofit organization, you should understand the types of structures available so you can choose the one that provides the most benefits. You can organize in one of four ways: An unincorporated association — this includes any informal group of people who get together for a common purpose, such as playing bridge. You […]
An internship is an opportunity that can lead to a full-time job. College students may receive class credits for internships. You might want to use internship programs to scout new talent and get temporary help without committing to permanent new hires. But don’t use interns as free or low-cost labor. If you’re considering interns as […]