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HR Insights: Firing an Employee for Using AI
Firing an Employee for Using AI Scenario: I discovered that one of my employees used AI to complete their work, instead of doing it...

Debra Fowler, SHRM-CP
Feb 28, 20242 min read


HR Insights: Allowable Deductions for Exempt Employees
My employer wanted to deduct money from my paycheck because I had to leave work a little early last Friday, meaning I didn’t quite get to...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Feb 1, 20242 min read


HR Insights: Allowing Alcohol at a Work Event
What concerns should I be aware of when allowing alcohol at a work event? Scenario: I want to throw a holiday party for my employees, and...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Dec 28, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Terminated Employee Requesting File
Am I obligated to show a requesting terminated employee their personnel file? Scenario: Q: I recently had to terminate an employee. Now...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Nov 28, 20231 min read


HR Insights: Required Pay for Commute Time?
Are employers required to pay employees for commute time? Scenario: Q : I have an employee who has a habit of challenging our handbook...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Oct 31, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Restricting Wage Discussions
Can my employer fire me for discussing wages or pay? Is it legal for my employer to restrict wage discussions? Scenario: Q : I’m...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Sep 29, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Overtime Rules for Long Workdays
Is there a legally required overtime rules for long days, even if I didn't work 40 hours?

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Aug 30, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Legally Required Office Temperature for Employers
Is there a legally required office temperature for employers? Scenario: "Our company hired a new manager who recently moved from a warmer...

Sean Hansen, SHRM-CP
Aug 3, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Paid Sick Leave combined with PTO
Combine paid sick leave and PTO to comply with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. PTO meets HFWA requirements for compliance.

Debra Fowler, SHRM-CP
Jun 27, 20232 min read


HR Insights: Dress Code Violations
Learn how to handle a dress code violation without damaging client relationships or creating conflict with employees. Find practical tips.

Debra Fowler, SHRM-CP
Jun 2, 20232 min read


HR Insights: When to Submit Workers' Comp. Claims
Is this employee eligible for workers' compensation? When to submit a workers' comp claims. Scenario: One of my employees was injured at...

Debra Fowler, SHRM-CP
May 26, 20231 min read
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