by jenny | Aug 12, 2021 | Labor Laws, Policies, Safety
From the pros at the HR Support Center Can we ask for proof of vaccination? Isn’t this a HIPAA violation or an illegal inquiry under the ADA or somehow confidential information? Employers can ask for proof of vaccination unless there is a state or local law or order...
by jenny | Jul 14, 2021 | Compliance, Labor Laws, Policies
From the pros at the 24 HR Support Center Running a business comes with no shortage of perks: the freedom to be your own boss, invest in an idea, steer its trajectory, and, with a little luck, create wealth. It has its challenges, too. Competition may be fierce....
by jenny | Jun 22, 2021 | Labor Laws, Policies
Maine Back to Work Grant Program To help support Maine’s economy, especially during the busy summer season, the Back-to-Work Employer Grant Program offers grants to businesses to pay as hiring bonuses to qualifying new employees. Eligible businesses will receive a...
by jenny | Jun 8, 2021 | Compliance, Labor Laws, Policies
From the HR Pros / June 2021 Starting June 7, employers are required to provide paid COVID-19 sick leave to employees who can’t work because of COVID. COVID sick leave is in addition to other leaves the employer provides, whether required by law or provided as part of...
by jenny | Apr 21, 2021 | Compliance, Culture, General HR News, Policies
Bringing on your first employee is an important step for many organizations as they grow and need additional support and expertise to continue their mission. As it may mean becoming an employer for the first time if an organization was previously volunteer run, here...
by jenny | Mar 18, 2021 | Compliance, HR News, Policies
From the Pros at the 24-Hour HR Support Center The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which is the latest bill to address the ongoing economic impacts of COVID-19, has been signed into law. Most aspects of the law do not directly affect the HR function, but those that...
