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HR REPORT: Employee or Independent Contractor? New Department of Labor Rule Clarifies Classification Guidance and Analysis

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HR REPORT: Form I-9 Updates

The Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986 was established to control the employment of unauthorized aliens in the United States and to protect authorized workers from unfair immigration-related employment practices.  Among other things, the Act requires employers to timely and properly complete I-9 forms for covered individuals.  On August 1st, 2023, the government issued an updated version of the form.  All employers must begin using this form by November 1, 2023.  As of November 1, 2023, this new version will be the only acceptab

HR REPORT: DiChiara v. Town of Salem: Federal Court Re-Affirms Absolute Immunity from Defamation Claims

By decision dated July 12, 2023, the New Hampshire Federal District Court has re-affirmed that a person may not be sued for defamation if they bring concerns regarding potential employee criminal conduct to the attention of prosecuting authorities.

Ten Steps to Successful Succession Planning

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Exploring the Succession Planning Process

Planning for the future is never high on anyone’s list and oftentimes it’s why we get caught in a bind. It’s always easier to delay this discussion. But in our business, succession planning is essential to ensure the continued operation of our wastewater treatment facilities.

HR REPORT: NHMA Employment Law Hotline: Question and Answer Series

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HR REPORT: Show Me the Money: Vaccination Incentive Policies

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Reengineering Your Employment Procedures in Light of Recent Supreme Court Decisions

The United States Supreme Court recently ruled that a landmark federal civil rights law protects gay and transgender workers.  The Court ruled that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination "because of sex," includes gay and transgender employees. 

Understanding and Applying Due Process in Disciplinary Decision Making

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