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Hiring and Firing

Asking Job Applicants About Their Vaccination Status?

That may be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read this article from Constangy for tips on what to do if an applicant brings up their status themselves and recommendations on when it may be okay to collect this medical information. 

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Podcast | So You Need To Let An Employee Go

Do you have to let an employee go? Even the best managers eventually find themselves in this position, and preparation is key. Join us in a conversation with Lori Shapiro, PBPA’s Employment Counsel, as she walks us through an employee termination meeting. Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta · So You Need To Let An Employee …

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Georgia Separation Notice Required for Any Separation from Employment

In Georgia, the Department of Labor requires that a Separation Notice be provide to any employee who leaves employment, regardless of the reason. The Georgia Department of Labor updated the Separation Notice form effective July 16, 2021. Use this link to download the new form. Please contact your PBPA attorney if you have any questions …

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Another Option for Nonprofits Struggling to Keep Employees: Employee Retention Credit

Nonprofits that do not receive funding through the PPP or the EIDL programs have another option to consider. The Employee Retention Credit (ERC), which was enacted as part of the CARES Act, is designed to encourage eligible employers to keep employees on their payroll through the use of payroll tax credits. Read more about this …

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Reasons Employees Sue

Even if they have done everything “right” when terminating an employee, employers will occasionally get sued. So, if doing things by the book is not enough, what is? The answer is to avoid what inspires a former employee to visit an attorney. Here are four lessons learned from an attorney who has litigated employment claims …

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Do’s and Don’ts for Interviewing Job Candidates

This article guides nonprofit employers on how to conduct effective job interviews while avoiding practices that may lead to discrimination lawsuits. Do’s and Dont’s for Interviewing Job Candidates

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Webcast: Immigration Compliance in an Era of Worksite Enforcement

When hiring employees, all nonprofit employers need to check employment eligibility on Form I-9, and may be required to use E-Verify. This webcast will cover the following topics: · Basics of completing and maintaining Form I-9 · Am I required to use E-Verify? · Top 10 I-9 compliance mistakes. · What does Executive action on …

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Get Help Before Terminating Employees! Reducing Your Organization’s Risks

“You’re Fired!”: Steps to reduce your organization’s risks in terminating employees An employee is performing poorly . . . one of your employees is refusing to perform certain tasks . . . an employee violates organizational policy . . . WHAT DO YOU DO? Before you terminate the employee, make sure that you have fully …

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Georgia Employers Given Protection against Negligence Claims in Hiring Ex-Offenders

Georgia employers who hire and retain employees with prior criminal convictions may be protected against negligent hiring and retention claims under the new Fair Business Practices Act, which took effect July 1, 2014. The Act provides that employers are presumed to have exercised the necessary due care in hiring, employing and otherwise interacting with former …

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Webcast: Things to Consider Before Hiring Your First Employee

Your nonprofit organization is established and growing, and you feel like you are ready to hire your first employee. But are you really ready? What are the upsides of hiring an employee? Do you understand the risks of hiring an employee (or more than one employee)? What must you know before you take that leap …

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Webcast: Hiring & Firing-Playing within the Legal Boundaries

Missteps in the hiring and firing process can cost employers thousands, if not millions. This one-hour webcast will guide employers through best practices for vetting applicants in an effort to maximize successful employment relationships, and minimizing risks when those relationships don’t evolve according to plan and termination becomes the only option. During this one-hour webcast, …

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Best Practices for Disciplining or Terminating the Nonprofit Employee

Sooner or later all companies have to terminate employees. Understanding and following the best practices in this area can help keep your employee relationship healthy. Employee Discipline

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