Proper Record Keeping - An Important Part of Avoiding Wage and Hour Liability

The Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor charges an employer almost $1.4 million for not paying wages on time. Learn what the FLSA has to say about paying employees on time and accurate record keeping.

OSHA Cracking Down on Organizations that Trade Safety for Money

An employer will pay $16.6 M in OSHA fines after six workers were killed and 50 others injured in what OSHA is calling a "willful" disregard for safety.

Do You Practice the 20/20/20 Rule with Your Computer?

Employees are spending an average of six hours a day in front of digital devices. Learn how to minimize symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome and other desk-related health issues.

Your Mother Does Not Work Here - Etiquette in the Break Room

Leaving messes is the most annoying break room behavior according to a new survey. Why break room etiquette has a place in your workplace.

Matchmaking Resources for Vets and Employers

Almost one out of four respondents is thinking about hiring veterans. Learn about some of the resources available to employers who are considering hiring vets.

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Welcome to Hartfordhelp.com. This site is specifically designed for Hartford Employment Practices Liability (EPL) insureds and designated partners of The Hartford Insurance Group (HIG). The site provides insureds with a comprehensive loss prevention program, and a one-stop resource for information on EPL loss prevention, saving them the time and financial resources required to build and maintain these services internally.

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Mark Hurd and Why the Rules Should Apply to Everyone

Hewlett-Packard's CEO steps down after sexual harassment charges by a third-party contractor. Learn why the employer sought his resignation even though he did not violate the organization's sexual harassment policy.

Sympathy...What Sociopaths Exploit to Get What They Want from You

A truck driver opens fire at work killing eight coworkers, wounding two others and finally killing himself. Jack McCalmon explains how sociopaths exploit the empathy and sympathy of others.

Mixed Signals from Employment Numbers...Do They Show a Stronger or Weaker Job Market in Your Future?

Production levels are on the rise and a new index shows increased recruiting and hiring of managers. However, unemployment remains high. What does it mean to the economy and to your organization?

Tattoos...What Do They Say About an Applicant?

A recent survey revealed that 45 million Americans have a tattoo. Learn how employers are dealing with inked applicants and employees.

Investigate First, Act Second

The U.S. Agriculture Secretary apologized after forcing a USDA employee to resign because of supposed racial statements made during a presentation. Learn why employers must conduct thorough investigations of employee wrongdoing before they take action.