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Reclassifying Workers Properly – IRS is Giving Employers a Break!

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jul 1, 2012 | HR Legislative Updates, Human Resources

Many businesses can now resolve past worker classification issues at a low cost by voluntarily reclassifying their workers. Better yet, they don’t have to wait for an IRS audit to do so. By prospectively reclassifying workers, making a minimal payment and meeting a...

Maryland Enacts Country’s First Social Media Password Law

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 20, 2012 | HR Legislative Updates

The state of Maryland is the first to enact a media password law, signed by Gov. Martin O’Malley, on May 2, 2012. This new law prohibits employers from requesting the social media passwords or accessing the social media accounts of prospective and current employees....

IRS Spotlights Expanded Tax Credit for Hiring Veterans, Credit for Providing Health Care Coverage to Employees and Tax Relief

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 10, 2012 | HR Legislative Updates

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) expanded tax credits for hiring veterans and the credit for employer-provided health care coverage can provide tax savings to eligible small businesses when they file their 2012 federal income tax returns. Expanded Tax Credit for...

2012 SHRM Talent Managment Conference Article

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Jun 1, 2012 | DAS HR Consulting Company News

After presenting at the 2012 SHRM Talent Management Conference last May I was interviewed by Rebecca R. Hastings, SPHR, an online editor/manager for SHRM. To attract, retain and engage Hispanics and Latinos, employers need to understand the common—and...

The Four Stages of Strategic Planning

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | May 1, 2012 | Human Resources

Strategic planning is a process that helps companies focus on how to succeed for the future. Every company, large or small, should participate in the strategic planning process at least every three years. This planning will help you, your customers and employees...

SHRM Talent Conference

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | May 1, 2012 | DAS HR Consulting Company News, Training

I had the honor of speaking at the national SHRM talent conference in Washington, D.C. on April 30, 2012, on the topic of Attracting, Retaining and Engaging the Hispanic Workforce. Here is an outline of what I covered in my speech: Hispanic vs. Latino – which is...

What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Apr 15, 2012 | HR Compliance, Human Resources

The Civil Rights Act was the nation’s first comprehensive anti-discrimination federal law making it illegal to discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act was passed to bring about equality in...

Is Your Communication Style Causing Stress?

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Apr 4, 2012 | Training

Do you have challenges communicating with others? If so, finding out why will help your business and relationships flourish! There are four primary communication styles. Learning and understanding these styles can unleash powerful team effectiveness, enhance...

New FMLA Certification Forms

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Mar 22, 2012 | HR Compliance

The Department of Labor (DOL) released new Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) certification forms with an expiration date of February 28, 2015. The new forms do not have the “safe harbor” language required by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), which...

Why Employers need Job Descriptions

by Dr. Di Ann Sanchez | Mar 15, 2012 | Talent Management

Job descriptions are not mandated by any employment laws but protect Employers in a dispute. Please sign up for our monthly FREE newsletter and get a legally compliant JOB DESCRIPTION template! 1) While companies are not legally required to maintain job descriptions...