by Gordon Marzano | Oct 20, 2021 | Dress and grooming, Employee Relations
Employee odors, whether natural or artificial, are a common and complex workplace problem. Telling an employee that their scent is not acceptable in the workplace can be a difficult conversation for both the employee and the company. It is recommended that you...
by Gordon Marzano | Sep 13, 2021 | COVID-19, Unemployment, Vaccine mandates
Now that more and more employers have implemented or are considering the implementation of a COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the question of unemployment for those who refuse and get terminated continues to arise. I never tell a business that a terminated employee will not...
by Gordon Marzano | Sep 2, 2021 | Compliance, Employee Handbook, Employment Law
A U.S. appeals court recently ruled in a case involving Federal Express Corp that workers who take military leave must be paid for that time if their employers offer other forms of paid leave. The class action was brought by FedEx employee and Navy reservist Gerard...
by Gordon Marzano | Jul 29, 2021 | Compliance, Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook
Does your business have an employee handbook? If you have five or more employees, you really should. An employee handbook can be a valuable communication resource for both the employer and the employee. I have written about the importance of employee handbooks in the...
by Gordon Marzano | Jul 13, 2021 | Compliance, Independent Contractors, New Jersey Business
Last week, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law four bills to further strengthen the state’s efforts to stop misclassification. All New Jersey businesses who utilize temporary and/or independent contractors should be very concerned and take note of Murphy’s...
by Gordon Marzano | Jun 20, 2021 | Compliance, New Jersey Employment Law
These are all the posters that New Jersey businesses are required to exhibit in an area frequented by all employees. Finding a company that can provide you with all the necessary federal and New Jersey employment law posters is easy. Ensuring that you understand all...
by Gordon Marzano | Jun 15, 2021 | Compliance, New Jersey Business, New Jersey Employment Law
With the summer around the corner, many businesses will be looking to hire minors to fill jobs during their busy season. For parents and employers alike, it is important to know the rules regarding the hiring of minors and the limitations on the work they can...
by Gordon Marzano | May 17, 2021 | COVID-19, Employee Safety
Last week’s guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding mask wearing has caused a lot of confusion for businesses as they decide what rules they should now implement. There are a number of questions being pondered by businesses....
by Gordon Marzano | Apr 5, 2021 | Employee Engagement
As we all know, many businesses did not make it through the pandemic and many others are still struggling. For those companies that have weathered the storm, now may be a good time to show your employees how much you appreciate the work they have done over the past...
by Gordon Marzano | Mar 2, 2021 | COVID-19
Many businesses here in New Jersey are considering implementing a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Although a business can mandate the vaccine, there are some things that need to be considered. Using a Third Party to Administer the Vaccine If your company...
