Amendments and new regulations in employment law as well as escalated enforcement from the EEOC and DOL have altered the legal landscape of the workplace in the United States. These trends are causing employers to recognize that almost every management decision affecting employees and even "contractors" can potentially result in years of litigation, costly damage awards, penalties, settlements, and/or intense investigation by state and federal agencies. In this environment, employers are recognizing the need to be more cautious in dealing with employment issues.

Because of the recognition of increased enforcement and risk, employers are starting to view human resource management as a value-add to their businesses. Lower turnover results in less administrative costs and enhanced productivity. More satisfied and informed employees translates to fewer formal and informal complaints. These factors lessen the potential of government audit or internal investigative measures. HRCS helps you to create and implement effective human resource policies and processes that can enhance the value proposition of your business.

Compliance & Consultation -
FMLA, FLSA, ADEA, ADAA, WARN, EEO/AA Audits and Compliance Management; Medical Marijuana Issue Management; Immigration/I9/EVerify Audits and Compliance Management; OFCCP Compliance Management; ARRA Compliance Management and Reporting; HIPPA Privacy Regulation Management and Review; Independent Contractor Classification/Misclassification.

Risk Management -
Employee Handbook & Employment Policy/Process Review or Implementation; Job Offer and Employment Process Review or Implementation; Job Description Review/Updates; Employee Discharge Advice, Counsel, and Management; Employee Complaint Process Implementation and Management; Performance Improvement Plan Process Implementation and Management; Employee Complaint Investigation Management and Counsel (protected by the attorney client privilege); Employee File Management Review/Audit and Compliance Management.

Legal Advice, Counsel & Litigation Management -
Third Party and Vendor Contract Negotiation, Review, and Drafting; Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreement Negotiation, Review, and Drafting; Vendor Dispute Negotiation and Management; Review and Editing of Advertising and other Marketing Materials; Review of Social Media and Press Releases; CAN-SPAM Compliance; Management of Outside Counsel and Litigation.

Employee Relations -
Employee Communication Programs/Newsletters; Employee Review Process and Cycle Time Assistance; Employee Surveys; Employee Recognition Programs; Employee Dispute Resolution and Investigations; Spanish/English Translation and Transcription Services.

Training & Development -
Compliance Training Programs (e.g., Sexual Harassment, ADAA, ADEA, HIPPA, FLSA, WARN, FMLA); Workplace Violence Training and Awareness; Drug/Medical Marijuana and Alcohol Testing and Awareness; Union Contract Compliance and Management.