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Why You Can’t Trust AI to Write Your Employee Handbook

Why You Can’t Trust AI to Write Your Employee Handbook

Why You Can’t Trust AI to Write Your Employee HandbookThe HR Team
Published on: 09/03/2025

You can get into deep trouble if you trust AI to write a document as important as your Employee Handbook.... especially if you aren't an expert on the regulations in your state/industry. AI will always fall short, so here's what you can do about it.

How to "Sell" a Company Policy to Your Employees

How to "Sell" a Company Policy to Your Employees

How to "Sell" a Company Policy to Your EmployeesHR Guy
Published on: 07/22/2025

You want your employees' buy-in as they represent your Brand. Whether you're talking about a dress code, tool use, or sales steps, there are ways to get employees to actively engage. Here are some thoughts and suggestions.

When and Why to Test Employees for Drugs

When and Why to Test Employees for Drugs

When and Why to Test Employees for DrugsThe HR Team
Published on: 06/09/2025

A guide to the types of employee drug testing: Pre-Employment, Post-Accident, Random Selection, and Reasonable Suspicion.

Key Insights on Reasonable Accommodations and the ADA

Key Insights on Reasonable Accommodations and the ADA

Key Insights on Reasonable Accommodations and the ADAHR Guy
Published on: 04/07/2025

Reasonable Accommodations in the workplace can get you into serious legal trouble if you don't comply with the ADA. Yet here's a case study on a company who wasn't held liable for terminating someone for an issue directly related to their disability.

Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the Trades

Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the Trades

Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the TradesHR Guy
Published on: 04/02/2025

Home services companies might want to classify workers as independent contractors, but we STRONGLY advise you to hire them as W-2 workers. And it's not just because the government might fine you (big time!). Here's why.

The DOL Considers the Trades Construction. Here's What it Means to Your Business.

The DOL Considers the Trades Construction. Here's What it Means to Your Business.

The DOL Considers the Trades Construction. Here's What it Means to Your Business.HR Guy
Published on: 03/06/2025

As a residential service provider, you might not think you're in the construction industry, but the Department of Labor has its own definition... and regulations. If you're in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, garage doors, or roofing, here are some things you need to know.

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