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	<title>The Human Resources Blog</title>
	<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com</link>
	<description>Addressing HR issues, best practices and needs for small and mid-size businesses</description>
	<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:39:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>How to Prepare for the Minimum Wage Increase</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/21/how-to-prepare-for-the-minimum-wage-increase/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:39:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Benefits &amp; Compensation]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[HR &amp; Legal Compliance]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[fair labor standards act]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[federal minimum wage]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[July 24, 2008 marks another federal minimum wage change; the second in a three phase increase. Last July, the minimum wage increased to $5.85 per hour. On July 24th the minimum wage will increase again to $6.55 per hour. And next July, the minimum wage will rise, for the final scheduled increase, to $7.25 per [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hosting Summer Parties without the Risk</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/14/hosting-summer-parties-without-the-risk/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/14/hosting-summer-parties-without-the-risk/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:31:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
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		<category><![CDATA[company parties]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Office parties and company-sponsored social functions can be great morale boosters. These events offer a perfect opportunity to celebrate companywide success and demonstrate your overall appreciation for your workers. However, there are some risks employers need to be mindful of when sponsoring these events, especially events in which alcohol is served.But, a concern for liability [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Making Sense of Military Leave Laws</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/07/making-sense-of-military-leave-laws/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/07/making-sense-of-military-leave-laws/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:12:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Benefits &amp; Compensation]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[HR &amp; Legal Compliance]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[FMLA]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[military leave laws]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[military selective service act]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[USERRA]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[veterans' reemployment rights act]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[With an increasing number of workers in the uniformed services, employers need to be sure they are complying with all the requirements of military leave laws, including the Military Selective Service Act, the Veterans’ Reemployment Rights Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). In addition, more and more states have recently [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Still time to sign up for today&#8217;s Screening Webinar</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/01/still-time-to-sign-up-for-todays-screening-webinar/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/01/still-time-to-sign-up-for-todays-screening-webinar/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:49:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Webinars]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/07/01/still-time-to-sign-up-for-todays-screening-webinar/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In light of the current workplace shootings in Kentucky, it might not be a bad idea to revisit your hiring procedures. Hopefully they already involve some kind of background screening of applicants, which can alert you of potential issues and save you time, money and aggravation in the future. Come learn how HR411&#8217;s Screening Center [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What you can do to Ease the Burden of Rising Gas Prices</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/30/what-you-can-do-to-ease-the-burden-of-rising-gas-prices/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/30/what-you-can-do-to-ease-the-burden-of-rising-gas-prices/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:06:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Benefits &amp; Compensation]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Policies &amp; Handbooks]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[employee policies]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[gas prices]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[reimbursement]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[telecommuting]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/30/what-you-can-do-to-ease-the-burden-of-rising-gas-prices/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With gas prices surpassing $4.00 a gallon, it’s hard to imagine how employees are working for anything other than gas itself. Due to these sky-rocketing prices, many employers are beginning to implement various programs or incentives to help ease the burden. Programs such as commuter assistance, flexible work arrangements, and public transportation discounts are easy [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Lunch with HR411</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/23/lunch-with-hr411/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/23/lunch-with-hr411/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:16:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Join us for a (late) lunch Webinar on Tuesday. We&#8217;d love to show you around the site!
HR Made Easy: How to use HR411.com to support and protect your business
Date: June 24, 2008
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm EST
Click here to reserve your seat!
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		<title>Employee or independent contractor?</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/23/employee-or-independent-contractor/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/23/employee-or-independent-contractor/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:05:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Benefits &amp; Compensation]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[at-will employment]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[employee classification]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[independent contractor]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Independent contractors – also know as consultants, contractors, or freelancers - can provide much needed expertise when a specialized project needs to be completed or when you don’t have the resources to get the job done through the use of your existing staff. Independent contractors are usually professionals or trade persons, and many possess a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Free Screening Webinar</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/17/free-screening-webinar/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/17/free-screening-webinar/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:50:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;d like to invite you to our complimentary online demonstration of the HR411.com Screening Center!
It&#8217;s a fact: Employment-related lawsuits are on the rise. Businesses of all sizes need to proactively take steps to reduce the likelihood of having to take on a claim. Reliable and fast background checks run on potential employees can help prevent [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Add Some Pizzazz to your Orientation Program</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/16/add-some-pizzazz-to-your-orientation-program/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/16/add-some-pizzazz-to-your-orientation-program/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2008 13:05:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Hiring]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Employee orientation programs are integral to the foundation of a business. A proper orientation program helps new hires to feel welcome and committed to staying with your company for the long-haul. Many times, though, orientation programs can be very dry and boring. If your company is far from dull, the last impression you’d want to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hiring Minors this Summer? Be Aware of Child Labor Laws</title>
		<link>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/09/hiring-minors-this-summer-be-aware-of-child-labor-laws/</link>
		<comments>http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/09/hiring-minors-this-summer-be-aware-of-child-labor-laws/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:34:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>klerner</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[HR &amp; Legal Compliance]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Hiring]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[child labor laws]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[FLSA]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.humanresourcesblog.com/2008/06/09/hiring-minors-this-summer-be-aware-of-child-labor-laws/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With most students out of school, or about to finish classes for the summer, now is the time many teenagers begin to look for summer work. Typically these workers find jobs in retail, in the restaurant and hospitality industry, at summer camps, and even in an administrative capacity. Whatever the role, when employing workers under [...]]]></description>
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