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You get a knock at the door. Your heart is beating in your ears. You knew this day could come but you weren’t sure when. You approach the door, hand trembling to open it. Then you see the government officials asking you for I-9 documents! This doesn’t have to turn into a horror movie. In today’s episode, Chuck and John discuss the importance of I-9 documents and ensuring they are handled properly to avoid fines. In that discussion, you will hear a story about a company that did not have best practices in place and they ended up paying a hefty sum for that. There are some big announcements in our episode today! If you’re wanting to have a more in-depth, support experience with The Team at HR Stories, you can now join the membership program at the Founder’s rate! More information at https://teamathrstories.com/membership/. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: Flexibility in remote and hybrid work becoming more and more needed for retention Being aware of where background checks are coming from Tiger Woods teaching us a lesson about employee dating policies NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

“Hello! I'm ChatGPT, an AI language model trained to answer questions and provide information. As an AI myself, I believe that the use of AI in Human Resources has the potential to revolutionize the industry and bring many benefits, but it is important to approach it with caution and ethical considerations.” That message above was provided by one of many AI systems that are ever-growing and evolving. AI is here and it’s time to consider its use in our day-to-day work - the pros and the cons. In today’s episode, Chuck and John discuss hypothetical and real-life use cases for it in HR. They also touch on AI hallucinations. There’s a new segment in the show! Dive in to hear Ask Chuck & John… or Listener Questions. Let us know what name you like for this segment and send in your questions. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for some important announcements. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: PUMP Act Hobby Lobby and a reasonable accommodation complaint Salary increases NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

You start out your day with a list of to-do’s. First, you start checking your emails. Then another colleague stops by and asks you to take a look at a document for them. A phone call comes in asking about a new upcoming project and a projected budget to be put together. A task, another, and another all pop up throughout the day and all of a sudden, the day is gone and your original to-do list is still waiting for you. Does this sound familiar? In this episode, Chuck and John talk about how to manage time in HR effectively, touching on the Eisenhower Matrix. They recap a story of an HR Manager who was at risk of burnout by working excessive hours and continually struggling to check off the to-do list due to consistent incoming tasks. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: 10-year-olds working at a McDonald's restaurant Companies offering job titles as incentive overpay Updated guidelines for handling when employees are upset around unsafe work conditions NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

Retaliation is a known issue when an employee reports a problem but did you know that indirect action to create an environment that would push someone out of the workplace has its own name? In this episode, Chuck and John talk about Constructive Discharge - how it can happen and how to avoid a lawsuit by preventing it. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: FTC guideline recommendations for non-competes Increases in Sexual Harassment Claims Walmart’s increase in diversity within leadership roles A trend in the increase of parental leave Being cautious with AI use NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In each of our work environments, we have specific policies and procedures that we outline for our employees. Holding employees to these expectations can, at times, mean disciplinary measures are taken if they are not followed. This can seem like a clear process but there are some important steps to keep in mind when entering into these moments with your team. Haley Evans was an employee working at Whole Foods who had been disciplined for attendance issues when she was repeatedly sent home for wearing a Black Lives Matter face mask. When she claimed that other employees had not been disciplined for wearing other logos and branded items, the situation became more of a complicated issue. In this week’s episode, Chuck and John talk through the importance of enforcing policies consistently to avoid becoming an EEOC issue. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: Challenging the “Boss model” in the workplace with remote work A recent court case surrounding PTO Clarifying your overtime policies A new EEOC Technical Assistance Document that will be important for Federal Employees to take notice of NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

There are a number of ways that you, as an HR professional, can run into trouble, potentially even legal trouble, with employee payroll. In this week’s episode, the Team take on the topic of payroll and running payroll audits. Doing simple payroll audits to make sure you have all of your bases covered can help you avoid complications before they arise.Want to watch the Team rather than listen? Check out our YouTube channel every Thursday for the video versions of the episodes! See this week's here: https://youtu.be/8YG2eyvZj4w In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: A former HR Director’s lawsuit regarding age discrimination Religious accommodations being discussed at the Supreme Court level I9 Document Do’s and Don’ts NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

Trigger Warning Today’s episode contains discussions about workplace violence, violent acts, bullying, and the use of weapons. If you are uncomfortable with any of these topics, we recommend skipping this episode and joining us again on the next episode. We hear about new acts of violence daily on the news and, unfortunately, these sometimes occur in people’s workplaces. These can range in severity and complexity while involving customers, clients, or other employees. How do we, as HR professionals, establish procedures and policies to protect our businesses and employees the best we can? In today’s episode, Chuck and John will talk about a convenience store robbery and a workplace bullying situation among others to discuss how training and policies could have mitigated the risk in those situations. They also discuss proactive measures and observations to be aware of to apply to your workplace. In the worst-case scenario, the team discusses being prepared to respond to a situation. In the HR News segment, the team touches on the following topics and more: Building trust through systems and habits Handling sensitive, potentially embarrassing topics with employees The importance of sexual harassment training Potential changes to criminal background checks that California is trying to put into law NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In honor of April Fools Day recently rolling around again, the team talks about when jokes go too far and cross a line in the workplace. Many people have either been the butt of the joke or been around the big joker at work. And perhaps, at times, you may have been around these situations when it goes from being a funny moment into an uncomfortable situation. How, as HR professionals, do we make sure we handle these situations properly? Chuck and John will tell you all about it with several story examples, some they even had to handle directly. Also in today's episode, Chuck and John talk about employee satisfaction surveys, a great resource for getting your HR questions answered, how language ties into the protected class of National Origin, and transgender rights in the workplace.  NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

 We are seeing an increased rate of people voluntarily leaving their jobs. There is no one "golden ticket" answer to say why this is happening, but rather there is a multitude of reasons - pay, flexibility, and culture among them. How do we as HR professionals tackle this? In today's episode, Chuck and John discuss the ins and outs of employee retention.The Team also talks about 4-day work weeks and ongoing studies around them as well as ADHD as an ADA-covered accommodation. After the recent bank collapses in the news, Chuck and John touch on ways to avoid losing access to company funds and how to navigate paying employees in those situations. Visit AskJan to learn more about workplace accommodations. NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

Michael Hewitt worked for Helix Energy Solutions Group on an offshore oil rig, usually for 84 hours a week. Helix Energy paid Hewitt on a daily-rate basis, with no overtime compensation.  Michael Hewitt disagreed and eventually it ended up with the U.S. Supreme Court. This week's story shows how a very narrow interpretation of FLSA rules can have very wide impact. Chuck and John also talk about the latest HR news and other stories including upcoming Supreme Court cases,  dogs in the workplace, OSHA incident reporting changes that could increase fines, and non-compete agreements. NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

This week, Chuck and John welcome their first guest to the podcast - HR Stories Podcast Social Producer, Kait! When Kait was working in a sales, commission-based role and prepared to go out on maternity leave, she ran into pushback from management around her compensation. When she returned she encountered confrontation around how she was scheduling her pumping time. Along with Kait's story, Chuck and John talk about additional considerations when working with pregnant employees and how to ensure you are following the law and avoiding discrimination. The team also talks about Slow-Mo Mondays, Quiet Quitting, and Resentism and how the post-COVID work world is having difficulty holding employees accountable.Click here to receive your FREE copies of the Pregnancy Fairness LawChecklist and the PUMP Act Checklist, delivered straight to your inbox! Don't miss out on these crucial resources!Harvard Business Review Article NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In our ongoing series - Supreme Court Cases that Changed HR, we explore the Griggs v. Duke Power case, a lawsuit that involved intelligence testing that discriminated against a group of African-American employees. Willie Griggs was a Janitor that wanted an opportunity for promotion, yet the policies at his workplace prevented him from moving forward, despite the recent Civil Rights Act of 1964. So he and 13 other employees took matters to the courts. Eventually the Supreme Court made a unanimous landmark ruling that changed HR and employment law forever. Education requirements are commonly seen at the bottom of a job description. Undoubtedly, there are circumstances where it is a very relevant requirement to have. Yet there are times when this can lead to discrimination if not handled correctly.  This Supreme Court ruling from 1971 gave us the concept of "Disparate Impact"....and it still a filter that influences how we approach and manage HR policies, procedures, and other HR endeavors (recruiting, training, promotions, etc.) Chuck and John also talk about employee appreciation, some upcoming workshops and discussions around employee retention, and Kroger's pay system legal woes. Additional Resources:The Museum and Archives of Rockingham County (MARC)EEOC Employment Testing Fact Sheet NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

This week we pull out one of our more popular recording from the series - Supreme Court Cases that Changed HR Forever!Beth Faragher was a 19 year old college student Lifeguard for the City of Boca Raton in Florida. But after years of constant sexual harassment by her male supervisors, she quit, filed a lawsuit, got heard by the US Supreme Court, and changed everything for companies across the United States.  Companies and organization today conduct sexual harassment training and education based on two court cases that came out of the summer of 1998. In this episode we dive deep into the landmark case - Faragher vs The City of Boca Raton. Studied by law students and certified HR professionals alike, this case determined that an employer is liable for the actions of its supervisors. Listen and hear about Beth Faragher's story in details unlike any other examination of this case.(As a side note, fast-forward to today, Beth Faragher is an elected Judge in Denver, Colorado! Her current term ends on January 14, 2025.) NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In this episode, John and Chuck turn the storyline around and talk to employees with stories about how different employers violated the law. They look at circumstances that have occurred where employees experience negative results of poor employer decisions.John and Chuck also talk about  best friend at work  and social connections, AI/Chatbot, 4 day work week,  last week's Valentines episode, and other HR news! NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

It’s the start of so many rom coms - two co-workers working long hours together, having lunch together in the break room, and catching the same elevator up to the office each morning. Then, before you know it, they’re more than co-workers. Romantic relationships in the workplace are almost unavoidable but navigating them from an HR perspective can be tricky. In today’s episode, Chuck and John talk about relationships in the workplace and how you can best protect the company and workplace from unwanted, uncomfortable, and sometimes illegal situations. They also discuss an update issued by the US Department of Labor regarding the FLSA protections for nursing mothers and the importance of emotional intelligence. NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

Many companies have put forth statements about increasing DEI initiatives. Even companies that haven't are having to become more aware of inclusion in the workspace. A related area that has been the subject of increasing conversation is natural hair, most often of Black or African American employees. Historically, grooming standards have been the focus of several discrimination cases. In today’s episode, Chuck and John discuss a case where this situation happened. They also dive into the CROWN Act - legislation to ban hair bias. Also in today's episode, Chuck and John discuss the updated EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan updates and the importance of correctly classifying exempt employees. Are you interested in having Chuck or John come and speak at an event or to your team? Have an idea for an episode? Reach out at Cases to reference: Santee v. Windsor Court Hotel Burchette v. Abercrombie & Fitch BRYANT v. BEGIN MANAGE PROGRAM Pitts v. Wild Adventures Rogers v. American Airlines NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

There are always a lot of intricacies to consider in the HR world. What can make that even more challenging to navigate is having to read between the lines and know how to protect the business from there. In today's episode, Chuck and John dive into how to determine if someone is eligible for FMLA and when ADA accommodations may need to be considered when FMLA isn't applicable. Also discussed in the episode: how to deal with those frequently asked questions, an update to ADA requirements for hard of hearing disabilities, and navigating questions around service animals.  NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

While there have been many laws instituted and policies established, there are still many instances of minors working inappropriately. In today’s episode, Chuck and John dive into multiple situations where minors were hired to work in situations that were unlawful. This can relate to hours worked or assigned tasks. Beyond the procedures you need to think about when working with minors, what should you be aware of when working with a staffing agency? Listen to find out. Chuck and John also discuss level-setting and discussion expectations with small business owners and CEOs around what they expect from HR. They go into how to approach conversations around what you, as an HR professional, are there to support. Additionally, how to make sure HR is “at the table” rather than “on the table” during important strategic discussions. NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In a world where referral bonuses exist, there is a level of encouragement for employees to help in the recruiting process. This can be a great way to reach new candidates but can it also leave the door open for potential legal issues? Chuck and John talk about Rockland Bakery and their hiring practices, diving into the additional layer of complexity that came from them being government contractors. Some other topics covered by Chuck and John are the situations where you're allowed to use volunteers versus those where you're not and some of the HR challenges that come with remote workers living across multiple states.  NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.

In this episode, Chuck and John investigate workplace violence through a story taking place in a small town at a chicken farm. A woman gets hit by another employee driving a forklift carrying a heavy load after she had reported being threatened by that employee. Is that true when they tell her there is nothing they can do? Were there opportunities to prevent what happened? Chuck and John also discuss bereavement policies and how to get HR involved in the strategic planning of your company.Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence and workplace violence. There will also be direct quotes from the court records containing profanity. Due to the nature of this story, all names of individuals and companies have been changed or removed. Coming Soon! Join us for The Ultimate HR Checklists webinar on January 25th, 2023 for a sneak-peak of the book. RSVP here! NOW AVAILABLE and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits - The Ultimate Book of HR Checklists – Getting HR Right: Your Step-by-Step Reference for Avoiding Costly Mistakes. Go to HRChecklists.com (On sale - 30% off ) Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event? You can reach the Team at info@hrstoriespodcast.com for suggestions and inquiries.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TheHRStoriesTeam.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcast Don't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!All views expressed in the presented Stories are not necessarily that of Chuck and John. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns.