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Employers Beware: There Are Rising Legal Risks Of Rigid RTO Policies

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The insistence of employers on a full return to the office, without considering individual circumstances, could lead to a surge in legal issues — particularly discrimination claims. Are employers walking into a legal storm by enforcing rigid return-to-office (RTO) mandates?

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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

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Setting up employee personnel files is an important part of the recordkeeping process. However, sometimes people mistakenly think of these files as a catch-all for an individual’s paperwork. Rather, understand that general personnel files serve a distinct purpose. What to include in an employee’s personnel file.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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Discover 5 Tips To Mitigate Workplace Harassment And Avoid Toxic Organizations

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Before starting a job anywhere, look up your rights under Title VII (your local and state worker’s rights protections), and the company’s own policies. Dr. Laura McGuire: When looking into different places of employment, research what kind of policies they have in place and where they have invested in company-wide trainings. .

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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

While dealing with lots of paperwork doesn’t rank as most HR professionals’ favorite task, proper recordkeeping for employee personnel files is a must for any organization. In addition, if an employee is involuntarily let go, their employee file must be kept for one year following the termination date. Why is that?

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The Perils Of Ignoring Sexual Harassment Training

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In accordance with this finding, the 2019 report on sexual harassment found that less than 10% of women and men reported their experience to an employer or filed a formal complaint. Clear definitions and examples of all behaviors that constitute sexual harassment (this will help to clarify any gray areas or misconceptions).

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Stay organized and secure with electronic records management

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Jan bit her lip and hoped that Laura had not accidentally tossed evidence the legal department might need in a harassment lawsuit. Many serve as supporting evidence when the company files taxes or gives reports to other federal agencies. Electronic files allow approved people to get what they need regardless of where they are at.