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5 common wage and hour mistakes every employer should avoid

Homebase

One major thing the FLSA does is require employers to pay most employees a minimum hourly wage. . As of late 2021, that federal wage is $7.25 States also set an hourly minimum wage , and employers must pay employees the higher of the two. Avoid these common wage and hour mistakes. Make payroll painless.

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Stop Spying on Social Media

HRExecutive

Pier Sixty, LLC, Hernan Perez, a server at New York-based event venue Pier Sixty, vented his frustrations with his manager in an expletive-laden Facebook post he published during a scheduled break. Protected activity is defined as two or more employees who are acting together to improve issues such as wages, hours and working conditions.

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CalChamber Podcast: Texting in the Workplace and Other Cautionary Employment Tales

HRWatchdog

Finding novel ways to increase efficiency or prevent workplace harassment can create serious problems for employers if not properly executed or thought out. Another recent article tackled how some employers are attempting to prevent workplace sexual harassment by banning all physical contact, including handshakes. “We

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Holiday Parties and Harassment

HR Counselor's Corner

If you are planning a holiday party, you may want to consider a few tips to reduce your liability for unwanted issues while keeping the event fun and festive during this joyous holiday season. If it is an open bar, simply limit the hours it is open. Doing so can decrease the risk of a sexual harassment claim.

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Which state laws apply to remote employees

Business Management Daily

However, it shouldn’t scare you off from hiring out-of-state remote employees. However, it is important to keep track of hours worked for non- exempt employees. You must abide by applicable laws regarding meal breaks, work hours, and overtime pay for employees in each state. Now, remote work has become the norm.

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Employment, Labor Laws, and Regulations in Cuba 2022

Global People Strategist

Minimum Wage. Minimum Wage. Cuba’s minimum wage laws and regulations are designed to protect workers and ensure they are paid a fair wage for their work. The minimum wage in Cuba is currently set at 225 Cuban pesos/month, which is higher than the minimum wage in many other countries. Overtime Pay.

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Beyond the Minimum Wage: What Factors Drive Employee Turnover in Retail?

Payactiv

Many retail roles require workers to be on their feet for hours on end and serve demanding customers—all while maintaining a positive, friendly demeanor. In addition, retail employment typically involves working challenging hours, including weekends, evenings, and extra shifts. compared to 3.4% compared to 3.4%