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Human Resources

Human Resources

Non-compete agreement

Avoid Issuing a Non-Compete Agreement in These States

As most practices are aware, the federal non-compete agreement ban that was supposed to go into effect in September was struck down just a few weeks before kicking in. That means employers are still allowed to issue non-compete clauses to employees, as long as these agreements aren’t banned at the state level. To know whether […]
Published Date: January 6, 2025
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ADA accommodations

3 Key Types of Staff ADA Accommodations at Your Practice

Sometimes it seems like every time you get to know the existing employment laws, new ones are put into action that increase your legal liability as an employer. One such area involves ensuring that employees who are entitled to them get ADA accommodations. Check out three common types of ADA accommodations so you can stay […]
Published Date: December 16, 2024
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Overtime rule

Judge Blocks Overtime Rule: How Will It Affect Your Practice?

Your practice likely scrambled to prepare for the Department of Labor’s new overtime rule that took effect on July 1, and the overtime threshold amounts were scheduled to change again on January 1. But when a U.S. district court judge overturned the rule in November, the overtime threshold fell back to 2023 levels. Check out […]
Published Date: December 3, 2024
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Employee coaching

4 Do’s and 4 Don’ts About Employee Coaching at Your Practice

Almost every medical practice, lab, or hospital department has experienced employee performance issues or staff members who don’t get along. One way to alleviate those issues is by launching an employee coaching program, which can ensure that team members reach their full potential and work together cohesively. If you’re putting together an employee coaching program, […]
Published Date: October 28, 2024
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Workplace bullying

3 Ways to Address Workplace Bullying at Your Medical Practice

Workplace bullying can make the atmosphere at your medical practice intolerable. And because losing staff and having to hire new employees can be stressful, time-consuming, and emotionally taxing — in addition to expensive — fixing these issues as soon as possible can lead to a more harmonious place of employment for everyone. Consider employing the […]
Published Date: October 1, 2024
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Non compete

5 Steps to Take NOW to Prep for the Potential Non Compete Ban

August 21, 2024 Update: Today, a federal judge barred the government from putting the non compete ban into effect. The FTC is considering an appeal, but as of today, the ban will not take effect on Sept. 4, 2024. Practices are still encouraged to prepare in case it does take effect in the future. When […]
Published Date: August 20, 2024
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Marijuana policy

3 Tips for Creating Your Practice’s Staff Marijuana Policy

Now that marijuana is legal in several states, many medical practices have had challenges determining whether employees should be allowed to use it. On the one hand, you don’t likely tolerate staff members who show up to work impaired due to alcohol or other substances. On the other hand, many people have a medical marijuana […]
Published Date: July 29, 2024
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Overtime rule

Clear Staff Confusion About New Overtime Rule With 3 Tips

The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule took effect on July 1, and even though your practice had some time to prepare for it, your staff members may still be confused about the ramifications and the effect it’s had on them. Check out three essential ways you can ease staff confusion about the implications surrounding […]
Published Date: July 2, 2024
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Non compete ban

Who’s Exempt From Non-Compete Ban? The Surprising Answer

As most practices are now aware, the government will start banning non-compete agreements in September, assuming current litigation doesn’t affect the implementation date. If you’re furiously working to notify staff members that their non-competes will no longer be in effect, keep in mind that some of your employees may still be subject to them. Why? […]
Published Date: May 27, 2024
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Overtime pay rules

5 Ways Employers Can Comply With New Overtime Pay Rules

As most medical practices are aware, new overtime pay rules are going into effect this year that will require you to overhaul how you pay certain salaried, full-time staff members who earn over $55,068 a year. If you want to comply with the laws, you’ve got to take steps now that help you achieve that […]
Published Date: May 14, 2024
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