by Gordon Marzano | Jan 9, 2023 | Employing Minors, Employment Law
With businesses still struggling to find help and the summer creeping up, it is important to note some big changes to the laws here in New Jersey as they pertain to minors. Minors 16- and 17-years-old can work up to 50 hours a week — up to 10 hours each day — when...
by Gordon Marzano | Dec 27, 2022 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
It’s easy to let human resources policies and practices go unchecked, but businesses who do audit their HR activities can make a big difference in mitigating risk and motivating their workforce. In addition to uncovering potential problems that pose a risk to the...
by Gordon Marzano | Nov 17, 2022 | Employing Minors, Employment Law
With the holiday season upon us, many businesses will be looking to hire workers to meet customer demand. It’s important that businesses understand the risks involved and avoid any issues which may dampen their holiday spirit. Below are some things businesses should...
by Gordon Marzano | Oct 27, 2022 | Independent Contractors
Through numerous conversations I have had with companies, it seems fairly clear to me that the misclassification of employees as independent contractors has reached an epidemic level. If I know it, you can rest assured that federal and state government officials know...
by Gordon Marzano | Sep 27, 2022 | Employee Engagement, Performance Management
Photo by Ben White on Unsplash The below is an excerpt from Dear Abby which I recently read in my local paper. Co-worker’s abuse of sick leave has come to a head Dear Abby: My co-worker takes advantage of our employer’s generous sick leave policy and calls in sick...
