Friday, December 28, 2007
Week In Review (December 28, 2007)
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Updated Employee Policies for 2008.
This time of year, everyone has a “to-do” list that is too long. Employers are no exception. In addition to replacing outdated workplace posters and pamphlets, implementing the new I-9 form, and ensuring employees receive notice of their right to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit, employers should tune up their handbooks for the new year.
Located On: Shaw Valenza LLP
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Tennessee High Court Finds Anti-Harassment Policy May Have Been Unreasonable.
The Tennessee Supreme Court recently ruled against a local state university and its president on an employee’s claims of discrimination, but ruled in their favor on the employee’s retaliation claims. According to the state’s highest court, the employee who accused the president of sexual harassment could have reasonably believed that complaining about the harassment would have been futile because the university’s complaint procedure designates the president as the final decision-maker on all harassment claims.
Located On: Ogletree Deakins
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Top 10 weirdest workplace events
Courier News - December 27, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
Week In Review (December 21, 2007)
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IRS Expands Medical Expense Deductions
The IRS recently issued Revenue Ruling 2007-72 expanding Internal Revenue Code Section 213(a) to allow a medical expense deduction for certain diagnostic procedures. Section 213(a) of the Code allows individuals to deduct medical care expenses which are not covered by insurance as long as the expenses exceed 7.5% of the individuals adjusted gross income. Group health plans and health flexible spending account plans often reference Section 213(a) to describe the type of benefits that may be covered by a plan.
Located On: Littler Mendelson, P.C.
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Important Change to California’s Pay Statement Requirements, Effective January 1, 2008.
As the New Year approaches, California employers should be mindful of an important change that will take effect on January 1, 2008, relating to information that can be listed on employee pay statements. Under California Labor Code section 226, employers must include certain itemized information on each employee’s pay statement. (This information must be provided separately for each pay period when the wages are paid by personal check or cash.)
Located On: Ogletree Deakins
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What not to do in ‘The Office’
MSNBC - December 18, 2007
Friday, December 07, 2007
Week In Review (December 7, 2007)
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Top Ten Ways To Hold A Company Party—Without Getting Sued.
With the Holiday Season in full swing, many employers ask us about the wisdom of holding company parties where alcohol will be served. They generally want to know about the risk involved if an employee drinks too much at the party and misbehaves, or worse injures or kills someone on the way home.
Located On: Fisher & Phillips, LLP
Most Popular State Law Article
Breaking The “Culture of Silence”.
Connecticut is the latest state to recognize the importance of facilitating honest and open employment references. In an attempt to open the lines of communication concerning former employees, the Connecticut Supreme Court found that employers’ comments are privileged and that workers cannot sue for defamation if their former employer makes untrue statements while trying to provide a good-faith assessment.
Located On: Fisher & Phillips, LLP
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EEOC Spells Out Good & Bad on Employee Screening
Occupational Health & Safety - December 05, 2007
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