Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando

Recently, it was learned that a company has a practice of removing employees from direct deposit when they don’t submit their time cards on time and instead issues a paper check that is mailed to … Continue reading →

This year’s news has been filled with the transformation of Bruce Jenner to Caitlyn.  This is certainly not the first time that a celebrity has undergone a sex-change operation and it is highly unlikely it … Continue reading →

From offering pet insurance to “Bring Your Dog to Work” days, employers are embracing the fact that employees love their pets.  If your company is thinking about allowing employees to occasionally bring their canine companions … Continue reading →

The Department of Labor (DOL) has had a busy summer.  On June 30, the DOL issued proposed rules that would increase the minimum guaranteed weekly salary of those individuals classified as “exempt” under the Fair … Continue reading →

Those of us who have lived in Florida for any length of time are well aware that hurricane season begins June 1 and doesn’t end until November 30.  For some of us, that means making … Continue reading →

For many companies, corporate dress codes have remained stagnant and unchanged for years.  This frequently creates conflict in the workplace because younger generations of employees don’t understand why they can’t show tattoos, can’t wear jeans … Continue reading →

With summer upon us, many teenagers are looking for jobs to earn a little money and keep busy while school is out. Frequently, companies will hire extra help during this time to fill in for … Continue reading →

Florida summers can be both glorious and brutal.  There are few things more pleasant than the fresh scent of rain after a summer storm or the earthy aroma of a new-mown lawn. Unfortunately, the brutal … Continue reading →

Two 15 minute breaks plus a half-hour for lunch seems to be the norm for companies providing meal or rest periods for employees.  However, most employers are unaware that, with limited exceptions, there is no … Continue reading →

Many employers grapple with their obligation to maintain employment files for each employee. What goes in the file? How long do we have to keep it? This article is intended to provide you with a … Continue reading →