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HR Compliance Update- Maryland Employment Law Updates, Including Pay in Job Ads
The following employment law updates for Maryland take effect October 1, 2024, and apply to employers of all sizes unless otherwise noted. Pay and Benefit Job Posting Requirements Employers will be required to post a wage range in all job postings for positions that...
HR Compliance Update- Connecticut Expands Family Violence Leave
Beginning October 1, 2024, Connecticut has expanded its family violence leave law to include leave for sexual assault. The law applies to employers with three or more employees and allows employees who are victims to take up to 12 days of leave per calendar year for...
HR Compliance Update- New Hampshire Releases New Veterans’ Benefits and Services Poster
The New Hampshire Department of Labor recently released the new Notice of Veterans’ Benefits and Services poster, which must be posted by employers of all sizes in a location that’s accessible to all employees.
Need an HR Audit? Here’s Why It’s Essential for Your Small Business
Need an HR Audit? Here's Why It’s Essential for Your Small BusinessAs a small business owner, managing human resources can often feel overwhelming. You're juggling compliance requirements, employee relations, hiring processes, and more. But how do you know if your HR...
How to Fight Unemployment Claims: Take Control and Save Money & Your Reputation
How to Fight Unemployment Claims: Take Control and Save Money & Your Reputation How annoyed would you be to pay unemployment to an employee who didn’t follow procedures or stole from your business? If you're like most business owners, the thought of...
HR Power Hour with CYB’s CEO: Unlock Expert HR Insights in Just One Hour
HR Power Hour with CYB's CEO Unlock Expert HR Insights in Just One HourRunning a business comes with HR challenges that can slow you down. Whether it’s employee issues, compliance questions, or strategy, the HR Power Hour from CYB is your fast track to expert...
New Hampshire Prohibits Hairstyle Discrimination
Starting September 1, 2024, New Hampshire law will prohibit employers of all sizes from discriminating against applicants and employees based on their protective hairstyle. Protective hairstyles are defined as hair type or style, including braids, locs, tight coils or...
New Hampshire Adds Protections for Volunteer Firefighters and EMTs
Effective August 13, 2024, employers of all sizes will be prohibited from taking adverse action against volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) for reporting late to work because they are responding, in their official capacity, to an emergency...
Ask HR Experts – Overtime Rule Updates – How to navigate it?
Ask HR Experts - Overtime Rule Updates - How to navigate it?Ask HR Experts: Navigating the Upcoming Overtime Rule Changes The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced a two-part approach to implementing its new overtime rule, raising the salary threshold level...
Minnesota August 2024 Employment Law Updates
The following employment laws take effect August 1, 2024, and apply to employers of all sizes. ANTIDISCRIMINATION LAW EXPANDED Minnesota’s antidiscrimination statute has had minor updates to several definitions. First, the definition of disability has been updated to...
Hawaii Limits Captive Audience Meetings
Beginning July 2, 2024, employers of all sizes can’t take—or threaten to take—adverse action against an employee for not attending or participating in an employer-sponsored meeting that communicates the employer’s opinion on political matters. The same applies to...
Indiana: New Veteran Benefits and Services Poster Released
The Indiana Department of Labor recently released the new Veteran Benefits & Services poster, which must be posted by employers with 51 or more full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. It should be displayed in a conspicuous place where employees are sure to see it.