States Ban Social Media Snooping

Some states are beginning to lead the charge in safeguarding individual privacy rights when it comes to social media. On Aug. 1, 2014, New Hampshire became the 18th state in the country on August 1, 2014 to bar employers from requesting access to the personal social...

Disciplinary Policy Review

Is your company’s disciplinary policy compliant and fully encompassing of all disciplinary aspects? The importance of an effective disciplinary policy is often times overlooked. Below are a few sample questions from the Alternative HR disciplinary policy key...

Philadelphia Bans E-Cigarrete Use In the Workplace

Philadelphia is the latest jurisdiction to ban the use of e-cigarettes in workplaces. The legislation, signed by Philadelphia Mayor Michael A. Nutter in April, took effect on July 1, 2014. This bill applies to all public spaces outlined in the Clean Indoor Air Worker...