North County HR

Can I have two employees with the same job title, but with different exempt/nonexempt classifications? The simple answer is yes. Read on to learn more. #flsa #exempt #nonexempt #wageandhour #exemptornonexempt #overtime #exemptnonexemptnerd #samejobdifferentclassification

We know. You’re a small company with a lot of responsibilities and expenses. There is no way you could offer Paid Time Off to your staff. But what if you could offer PTO to your employees at the same time you reduce unplanned absences and increased your benefit offerings in the eyes of your employees? Many savvy California employers are considering offering PTO instead of sick leave. Before making this decision, make sure you understand the advantages and disadvantages to e...Continue reading

Small Businesses with 5 or more employees need to know the 2021 changes to the California Family Rights Act! #CFRA #leaveofabsence #5ormoreemployees #FMLA

The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a final rule to provide greater simplicity and flexibility to retail industry employers. This is good news for retail or service establishment businesses that currently pay employees on a commission basis. The DOL is removing old, arbitrary lists that identified businesses it considered retail establishments (or not). This leaves more flexibility for employers to argue this exemption applies to them. #flsa #dol #overtime #exempt #sales #commissions #salestraining

I've had a theory for a long time now, that someday we will look back on birthday cakes with candles with shock and disgust. I think that day might be here. If you celebrate birthdays in the office please don't have employees blow out candles. #coronavirus #bestpratice #germs

Check out our new article, "Beating Your Unemployment Claim" to help you decided whether or not to appeal an claim from a fired employee.

Some tips on new minimum wage rates and wage compression for the new year.

Check out my article on offering alcohol at your holiday office party.