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The New I-9 Form Has Arrived: What To Know Before It Becomes Effective

The Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services division (“USCIS”) recently issued an updated I-9 form, which employers will be required to use effective January 22, 2017. Before... read more →
  • December 2, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Big Data Can Mean Big Legal Risks to HR Departments

Big Data. You’ve probably heard the term – but just what does it mean? Big data is a term that describes the large volume of data – both structured and... read more →
  • October 28, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Rising Numbers of Employees with Disabilities to Pose Challenges for Employers

Some of the most recent demographic studies of Connecticut and U.S. workers show a growing pool of qualified but disabled job applicants. Why the rise in disabilities? There are really... read more →
  • October 21, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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State and Federal Anti-Discrimination Lawsuits

If you own or run a business, it’s imperative that you understand both federal and state guidelines regarding equal opportunity employment practices. Here is a brief overview of the basics:... read more →
  • October 7, 2016
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Great Employee Relationships Often Start with the Job Offer…

You’ve found the perfect candidate for a job opening at your company. Now what? Did you know that how you make a job offer often goes a long way towards... read more →
  • September 9, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Don’t Run Afoul of Pay Equity Laws: Being Proactive Now May Save You Later

Pay equity is a topic of growing importance – made even more important by new pay equity laws in states like California, Massachusetts and New York. Yes – Several states... read more →
  • August 26, 2016
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EEOC Now Looking at Sexual Orientation Cases

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has for the first time filed cases against two employers in the U.S., alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation. Their claim – that the... read more →
  • August 12, 2016
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Need to Fire an Employee. Follow this Advice to Avoid a Lawsuit.

You’ve reached the point where it’s clear you need to let an underperforming member of your staff go… never a pleasant task. In fact, firing is considered by many to... read more →
  • June 30, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Employer-Provided Leave As An Accommodation For Disabled Employees

  Are you an employer confused about when you may need to provide leave to a disabled employee as a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? You... read more →
  • June 10, 2016
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Tips for Handling Complaints Against Employees

Whether you run a large global operation or a small business, if you have employees, you are bound to encounter instances when one employee complains about another – or when... read more →
  • June 3, 2016
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