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When Morale Tanks – Turning the Energy Around
Have you ever encountered a situation in which you saw employee morale dip significantly, maybe after a round…
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Ask the Helpline: What Should We Do About Employees Stealing Time?
Question We’ve recently heard that some employees are clocking in or out for their coworkers, and others are…
August 1, 2025
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One Misstep, Two Claims: How a Timing Error Cost the Employer
A recent case before the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts resulted in a split decision after an employee…
July 22, 2025
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Ask the Helpline: Can We Fire Someone Under At-Will Without Risk?
Question: My manager wants to fire an employee this month and plans to rely only on the “at-will”…
July 22, 2025
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Ask the Helpline: Statutes of Limitations on Employee Claims
Question We are updating our employee handbook. As we reviewed the laws it covers, we started thinking about…
July 7, 2025
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Ask the Helpline | Pay Attention to the Wage Act
Question I’ve been reviewing the Massachusetts Wage Act, and I’m confused. When exactly do I have to pay…
June 10, 2025
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Ask the Helpline: Does Massachusetts Law Apply to Remote Workers?
Question We have employees who work from home in other New England states. Do we follow Massachusetts laws,…
May 22, 2025
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Comparable Work, Job Duties and Job Descriptions
A recent Massachusetts court decision has opened the door for an employee to move forward with her claim…
May 13, 2025
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Ask the Helpline: Wage Overpayments and Recoupment
Question My company recently discovered that it had overpaid an employee by more than $2,000. We’ve informed her…
May 13, 2025
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Navigating Meal-Break and Rest-Day Waivers
Waivers to state law governing meal breaks and days of rest may help companies maintain flexibility while protecting…
April 28, 2025
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Prepare for EEO-1 Reporting Changes
Question How should we prepare for the 2024 EEO-1 reporting changes, especially with updates to gender reporting and…
April 28, 2025
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Court Rejects Compensation Complaint but Upholds Retaliation Claim
An employee recently sued his employer, claiming the company failed to pay him the commission he was owed…
April 9, 2025
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Ask the Helpline | Rounding
Question We are struggling to get our employees to punch in on time. Is there any program or…
April 9, 2025
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What HR Needs to Know about Wage Theft
Wage theft is a hot topic in headlines and legislation. To help AIM members stay compliant and avoid…
April 2, 2025
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Ask the Helpline | Reasonable Suspicion
Question A manager just told me he thinks one of his employees is under the influence this morning. …
April 1, 2025
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Hiring Minors for Summer Employment
Many employers may consider hiring minors for the summer as the school year winds down. We’re sharing an…
March 14, 2025
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Ask the Helpline: Are PFML Benefits Taxable?
Question Has there been an update on the tax treatment of Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits?…
March 14, 2025
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A Guide to Seasonal Employment Certification
Some Massachusetts employers may be able to seek relief from a portion of their unemployment insurance (UI) contributions…
March 14, 2025
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Employer Responsibilities with Service Animals
Is it a service animal, an emotional support animal or a pet? Only the Americans with Disabilities Act…
February 26, 2025
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Massachusetts Employers Meet Changing Social Expectations
By Brooke Thomson, President & CEO Associated Industries of Massachusetts (Editor’s note – The following column appeared in…
February 20, 2025
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Executive Order Reverses Requirement for Affirmative Action Plans
Question I recently heard about changes to Affirmative Action programs. Is this true, and can you explain what…
February 14, 2025
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