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Summer hiring guide: The legalities of employing teens & family

BMT Office Administration

Direct Deposit and Paycards: Encourage teens to open bank accounts for direct deposit but be sure to obtain consent if using paycards. However, they must meet specific criteria that the Department of Labor outlines to be considered legal. Avoid loading pay onto debit cards or phone apps.

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The do’s and don’ts of handling employee absences

Insperity

States and municipalities have differing laws on what your business is legally required to do – or cannot do – in dealing with employee absences. For example, some states have laws requiring dedicated paid sick leave or may permit the lumping of all time off together into one paid time off (PTO) bank. DO: Rely on written policies.

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Comp time vs. overtime – What you need to know

Insperity

FLSA legal definitions. First, it’s helpful to understand some key terms and their legal definitions: Overtime: This is a premium of 1 ½ times the regular rate of pay for any hours in excess of 40 hours in a work week. Following the law is important for obvious reasons, however, there are also intangible benefits.

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Mental health at work: The laws and best practices

Insperity

What are the legal responsibilities for accommodating someone with mental health-related issues? Approximately one in five Americans experiences a mental illness in a given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. How should you handle a request for time off due to mental illness?

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How to Spot Employee Theft and What You Can Do About It

Insperity

Actions can vary from updating your employee handbook to employee termination and legal intervention. The person paying the bills should never reconcile the bank statement. Custody of related assets – The person who reconciles the bank statement or credits/edits the invoice. Alert law enforcement if legal action is required.

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Business owner beware: FLSA compliance and personal liability

Insperity

The nuances between what legally constitutes a person and an employer aren’t always clear-cut when it comes to FLSA compliance. Generally, offering comp (compensatory) time in lieu of paying overtime is not legal for private employers. Staying compliant.

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You need a data protection policy – Here’s the basics

Insperity

The legal liability for data breaches and failure to comply with data privacy laws can incur prohibitive costs, including fines and penalties. Collecting employee data Accessing customer databases Protecting proprietary business information. The potential damage from a data breach goes beyond tarnishing your organization’s reputation.