Requesting a Doctor's Not…

Requesting a Doctor's Note: Proceed with Caution

Can employers request a doctor’s note? Whether your team is back in the office, fully remote, or somewhere in between, questions about workplace accommodations are here to stay. If an employee asks for leave or a flexible arrangement, can you a… Read More
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TikTok on the Clock

TikTok on the Clock

Workplace videos on the rise. What’s an employer to do? According to Fortune, disengaged Gen Z workers increasingly fill their time (and supplement their income) with workplace videos for their social media. Whether to pass the time or to gain infl… Read More
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Webinar: Earned Sick Time Act for Small Businesses

Dirk Beamer explains in this webinar what ESTA means for small businesses and how to prepare before October 1. Read More
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PTO Is Not Overtime

PTO Is Not Overtime

Can employers use paid time off instead of overtime pay? Employers often look for ways to meet business needs while providing scheduling flexibility for employees. However, the law is clear that paid time off (PTO) cannot be used as a substitute for… Read More
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Think Twice

Think Twice

Across Michigan’s vibrant startup and small business landscape, labeling new hires as independent contractors can seem like a streamlined path to growth. Issue a 1099, skip payroll complexity, and move at the speed of innovation ­­­— at least… Read More
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Don't Roll the Dice

Don't Roll the Dice

EEOC settlement costs Las Vegas casino $850K A Las Vegas casino resort operator recently agreed to pay $850,000 and implement sweeping policy reforms to resolve a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alleging relig… Read More
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Learning the Ropes

Learning the Ropes

With summer in full swing, many Michigan businesses already have interns hard at work, gaining experience, lending a hand, and learning the ropes. Whether your interns just started or are a few weeks in, now’s a great time to take a step back and m… Read More
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As It Stands

As It Stands

This June marks ten years since the U.S. Supreme Court’s Obergefell v. Hodges decision, which required states to recognize same-sex marriages. Since 2015, Michigan law has expanded to include additional protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. It is par… Read More
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The Fine Line

The Fine Line

EEOC issues guidance on DEI-related workplace discrimination. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released guidance pertaining to an evolving area: discrimination related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs… Read More
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Military Family Leave

Military Family Leave

Recognizing the unique needs and challenges faced by service members and their families, Congress amended the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in 2008 to expand the scope of mandatory leave from employment available to them. The parent, child, or… Read More
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