Is Your HR Department Set Up For Success

In the last few weeks I have spoken to four companies with 60, 100, 220 and 2,800 employees with serious HR issues involving employee relations, wage and hour lawsuits, leaves of absence issue among many others. A well-structured HR function is the backbone of every...

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What To Do if ICE Shows Up at Your Business

No employer wants a surprise visit from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) - but it’s critical to be prepared. Whether it’s an unexpected visit or a scheduled audit, knowing your rights and responsibilities can make all the difference. Below is a...

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Do You Have a Written Indoor Heat Illness Plan?

As of July 2024, all California employers are required to have a written Indoor Heat Illness Plan (IHIP). Employers now have stricter responsibilities to protect workers from heat-related illnesses, even indoors as well as employees who work outdoors. Cal/OSHA’s new...

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The EEO-1 Reporting Portal is Open!

The EEO-1 Component 1 data collection portal officially opened on May 20, and the clock is ticking — employers have until June 24 to submit their 2024 workforce demographic data. If you’re a private employer with 100 or more employees or a federal contractor with 50...

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