Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, a Democrat from Rhode Island introduced a measure earlier this month intended to encourage business to hire unemployed workers by providing businesses with tax credits for doing so. The Job Creation Tax Credit Act of 2011 (S. 1271) amends provisions in the 2010 HIRE Act. It gives employers who hire workers who were previously unemployed refundable tax credits based on their wages. The credits would start at of 15% of 2011 wages and drop to 10% in 2012. If passed, the bi... [More]
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Googling yourself may be a fun way to burn a few minutes at work but, as a research tool, Google is generally ineffective. People often think they have a very unusual name until they Google it. A Google search will reveal numerous people with that same name who are as different from each other as their names are similar. You're seeking information on Joe Smith but which Joe Smith? Is it the Joe Smith who is a taxidermist, an internist, a plumber, a nuclear physicist, an inmate or a priest? How... [More]
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In response to the recent preliminary approval of a $5.9 million settlement in a class action suit against a major transit company, Pre-employ.com is offering a free guide for businesses, “Top 5 Reasons to Avoid FCRA Non-Compliance” available here: http://www.pre-employ.com/5Tips This free guide provides valuable information about how to stay compliant in these commonly missed areas: The Release Form Reacting to Criminal Arrests and/or Convictions Adverse Action Notification E... [More]
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While many human resource professionals used to be able to keep track of each individual that filled out an application or mailed in a resume, the internet has certainly revolutionized the way many applicants apply for vacant positions. Potential candidates can now send their information to multiple companies in a matter of minutes, and it is no longer possible to remember each person that expresses interest in a particular job. The good news is that an applicant tracking system can help a com... [More]
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The statistics are in and the results are disturbing. According to OSHA and other tracking sources, two million workers are victimized by workplace violence each year. Well over 800 homicides are the result of violence in the workplace. The statistics are disheartening, but the fact is that there are measures that can be taken to help prevent workplace violence. But employers must take the time to understand the warning signs, to learn the triggers of violence, and to learn how to respond to t... [More]
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