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Break misuse: What can employers do?

Meal and rest breaks can help boost employee efficiency and many states have laws that require employers to provide these breaks. Whether employers provide rest breaks and meal periods voluntarily or because they are required to do so, there may be times when employees misuse this time, such as by taking unauthorized extensions. This podcast will provide ideas for employers to help prevent and respond to such misuse. Listen in as we cover:
[01:08] Pay rules for rest periods
[01:55] Pay rules for meal periods
[02:45] Responding to unauthorized extensions of rest breaks
[04:22] Responding to unauthorized extensions of meal periods
This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date. 
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How to build trust in HR & why it’s important

Managing Human Resources (HR) responsibilities isn't always easy, but it can be even more challenging if employees aren’t familiar with this important aspect of your business or if they mistrust it. Listen in as we cover:
[00:44] Why building trust in HR is important
[01:12] The need for communication & employee feedback
[04:00] Thinking strategically & delivering policies to help with employee satisfaction
[05:31] Providing development opportunities
[06:30] Recognizing employees’ work
[07:35] Training for your HR team & supervisors
This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date. 
Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The ADP logo, ADP, RUN Powered by ADP, and HR{preneur} are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. and its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. 
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Jury duty: What employers need to know

An employee who is summoned for jury duty may have questions about their pay, whether their job is protected during their service, and returning to work after their jury duty. Employers should be prepared to answer such questions. To help, here are some key facts about jury duty:
[00:51] Jury duty defined
[01:49] Time off requirements
[02:18] Pay requirements
[05:27] Scheduling requirements
[06:45] Policy considerations
 
 
This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date. 
Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The ADP logo, ADP, RUN Powered by ADP, and HR{preneur} are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. and its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. 
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Employee handbooks: What to have & what to avoid

An essential step to creating an effective employee handbook is determining which policies to include and what policies to avoid. Here are some policies that are considered must-haves and some policies that are potentially problematic.
[01:45] At-will policies
[02:36] Employee conduct policies
[03:32] Attendance
[05:52] Employment classification, meal breaks and timekeeping policies
[07:51] Leave and time off policies
[08:33] Anti-harassment and nondiscrimination policies
[10:39] Reasonable accommodation policies
[11:44] Policies to avoid
 
This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date. 
Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The ADP logo, ADP, RUN Powered by ADP, and HR{preneur} are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. and its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. 
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Is paid time off required on Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day?

With the summer holidays approaching, employers may have questions about providing time off to employees and the pay requirements for employees who work on Juneteenth, Independence Day, and/or Labor Day. To help you understand the rules, here are answers to frequently asked questions about the holidays.  Listen in as we cover:
[00:47] Must employers provide paid time off on Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day?
[01:58] If a company offers paid holidays, must it observe Juneteenth, Independence Day, or Labor Day?
[02:35] Can an employer require employees to work on Juneteenth, Independence Day, or Labor Day?
[02:56] Can an employer require employees to work the day before and after the holiday to be eligible for a paid holiday?
[03:38] What if the holiday is also the company’s payday?
[04:19] If an employer is open on a holiday, are they required to pay non-exempt employees a premium for working?
[05:06] When an employee receives holiday pay and then works 40 hours in the same workweek, are they entitled to overtime?
[05:50]. Does the company have to include holiday premium pay when determining an employee's regular rate of pay for calculating overtime?
 
This content is based on generally accepted HR practices, is advisory in nature, and does not constitute legal advice or other professional services. ADP does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the content. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This content is current as of the published date. 
Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The ADP logo, ADP, RUN Powered by ADP, and HR{preneur} are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. and its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. 
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