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Workers’ Comp What? A Twisted Situation
One morning, while rushing to finish his work, Joe twisted his ankle on the job. He told his manager, Frank, right away. Joe said he thought he just needed a couple of days off to rest and recover. Understanding Joe’s need for time off, Frank agreed and simply told him to take three days. Joe didn’t seem overly concerned, and the manager assumed he’d bounce back in a couple of days.
But after 3 days, and then another week, and still 2 months later Joe was nowhere to be found.
Read on to learn how the HR Experts advised Frank to handle the situation when Joe finally said he was ready to return to work.
*This example is based on an actual incident; however, names and other organizational details were changed.
The HR experts were asked. . .
How can an employee claim harassment when offensive jokes or other conduct are not directed specifically at them?
Read on to learn how employers are liable in these situations and the appropriate steps to prevent and correct harassment in the workplace.
FEDERAL UPDATES
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STATE UPDATES
CALIFORNIA
California Released PAGA FAQs
MASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts’ Earned Sick Time Law Now Covers Pregnancy Loss
MISSOURI
Missouri Voters Pass Ballot Measure for Sick and Safe Leave, Minimum Wage Increase
NEW YORK
New York Amends Constitution to Expand Equal Protection
Year-End Webinar Coming Up
Join us for an upcoming webinar focused on preparing for year-end and the start of 2025.
John Myett will lead the discussion, and he brings years of experience in the compliance world (his bio is below).
Alongside the year-end topics, he will cover:
- Social Security threshold
- FUTA Credit Reduction
- 401(k) Updates
- SOC Code Reporting (where required)
- Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) Requirements
- Multistate Employees
- Other Tips and Guidance for year-end success
We look forward to seeing you at this valuable and informative session.
Thursday, December 5, 2024
10:30 a.m. Pacific Time
1 hour, including presentation & questions
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The meeting will be recorded and emailed to all who have registered.
