Summary of Recent Changes to the FMLA Regulations 

The Department of Labor’s new rules regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) became effective January 16, 2009. The following are highlights of the changes in the final rules.

10 Ways To Maximize A Training Budget – How to get more bang from your training buck!

Let’s be real.  Money is tight right now.  One of the first things businesses cut back on during times like these is training.  So how do you run a business that depends on training with a smaller budget?  The answer to that may surprise you!

Dusting Off the Employee Handbook

Employment laws constantly change.  Your company manual should, too.  

The New Year brings a flurry of critical issues for human resources professionals, including major changes affecting the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act, as well as the possibility of the Employee Free Choice Act becoming law.  Simply put, employers and HR departments have many challenges to tackle in 2009.

2009 Iowa Employment, Training and Benefits Conference

Already in 2009, we have seen significant ADA changes with the passage of the ADAAA, new FMLA regulations, and the passage of the Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.  With a new President and one party controlling both houses of Congress, employers can expect legislative action on a variety of workplace initiatives that will re-shape the employment landscape.

Approaching Deadlines for Human Resource/Payroll Professionals

Latest Department of Labor Numbers