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September 5, 2023
Before conducting an internal Form I-9 audit, employers should consider the following important steps.  Click the button below to download our FAQ on I-9 Form Self Audits. Download Document…
September 1, 2023
It’s time for a brainteaser. What’s the common thread in the following HR situations?  A Muslim man fasting during Ramadan is the recipient of “good-natured” jokes at a company dinner; a hiring committee uses a fake social media account…
August 24, 2023
Many organizations are considering officially adding remote work options for their employees. This policy template will allow you to get started on building a consistent process for remote work options. Catapult members: For additional guidance, contact the HR Advice…
August 17, 2023
Terminations are difficult to navigate. Download this document to determine which areas of employment compliance need to be addressed, as well as information on logistical concerns. Catapult members, for additional guidance, reach out to a member of the HR…
August 17, 2023
Getting Started Because the task at hand is something nobody wants to do, most people struggle with executing the layoff process. To succeed at this emotionally difficult task, you must be process-driven, organized, empathetic and disciplined. Because the stakes…
August 11, 2023
An employee’s ability to recover damages from work-related injuries and/or illnesses outside of benefits provided by the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act is extremely limited. It has been long-standing that workers’ compensation benefits are the exclusive remedy for work-related injuries and/or…
August 8, 2023
Background checks can be an extremely useful recruiting and employee relations tool. However, certain steps must be taken. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires certain notices to individuals, and the EEOC also has relevant guidance. Use our template…
July 31, 2023
An investigation likely requires an employee suspension pending the results. Use this template to help communicate expectations with employees suspended pending the results of an investigation. Download Document…
July 27, 2023
Your membership with Catapult Employers Association includes real-time communication on NC, SC, and federal mandatory and optional labor law poster updates.  Our electronic all-in-one NC and SC state and federal posters are available for member download on our website….
July 19, 2023
FMLA Red Flags for Managers Important: FMLA determinations are complex. Human Resources will make a final determination on eligibility. The cases below are some, NOT all events that require HR attention. If you aren’t sure, contact HR. Key FMLA…
June 20, 2023
If FMLA does not apply, an employee needing time away or a leave of absence from work due to their own medical condition could be considered as a reasonable accommodation under ADA. Use the below template to craft a…
March 31, 2023
One goal of a good separation process is to avoid litigation. A separation and release agreement will provide some level of protection for the employer and something of value to the employee. This guide will discuss separation and release…
March 27, 2023
The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) has been around for some time now, and most of us know the law through its impact on background checks. The FCRA process applies to employment screening when collecting the employee’s history…
January 17, 2023
While all companies have certain legal requirements, they vary by company size and by federal contractor status.  Certain industries and governmental entities may have other legal obligations. Generally, forms and tools are included to assist members in complying. What…
January 11, 2023
On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed into law the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act which includes two measures that expand the rights of pregnant and breastfeeding workers: the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections…