Dilemma of the Month: Do I Have to Use My PTO for Appointments?
A salaried employee works over 50 hours a week, but her manager
still insists that she use PTO to cover a half-day appointment.
Is this legal?
Dilemma of the Month: Am I Too Aggressive, or Is My Accuser Being Sexist?
“After working in HR for 30 years, I was told today that I was
‘too aggressive’ and that I came across as if I had an
agenda. I have never had someone say this to me before…” Is he
right? Evil HR Lady weighs in.
Dilemma of the Month: How Do I Deal With a Micromanager?
Boss always looking over your shoulder? Evil HR Lady says
they may be a control freak, or it could be due
to poor performance on your end. Here’s how to move
forward.
Dilemma of the Month: How Do I Respond to Requests for References?
Evil HR Lady explains the difference between a background check
and a reference check, and why employers don’t need to answer
every question.
Dilemma of the Month: What’s Wrong With an Open-Concept Office?
Evil HR Lady says you can’t hold FMLA or ADA against an employee,
but you can still hold them accountable for their work when they
are there.
Dilemma of the Month: Can I Fire an Employee on Medical Leave?
Evil HR Lady says you can’t hold FMLA or ADA against an employee,
but you can still hold them accountable for their work when they
are there.
Dilemma of the Month: Can the Boss Take Zoom Calls in the Shower?
Obviously, no. But getting him to behave may require an
attorney.
Dilemma of the Month: Can Someone Work Two Full-Time Jobs?
Evil HR Lady says it’s a fine line for hourly employees, but
it’s not illegal.
Dilemma of the Month: How Do I Document an Employee’s Unethical Behavior?
Evil HR Lady explains why objective documentation is key when it
comes to “toxic” employees.
Dilemma of the Month: Why Is My Coworker So Grumpy?
When does being a jerk become breaking the law? Evil HR Lady
tackles this question and more.