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Legislative and Regulatory Compliance
Understanding and interpreting the laws that govern the workplace is a complex and often confusing task. Attorneys who specialize in employment law have become vital to safeguarding companies from damaging and costly litigation. They do not, however, show employers how to turn legislative and regulatory mandates into instruments for success. Powers Consulting offers a unique expertise that will enable companies to utilize employment laws to their advantage, not only avoiding problems, but gaining commitment and dedication from an empowered workforce. We also work closely with attorneys whose expertise complement our programs when referrals are needed.
The Complex and Confusing Face of Harassment Behavior that was once thought to be "cute," "rude," "innocent," or just simply "offensive," can also be costly. Unfortunately, many people do not appreciate the potentially serious consequences of their behavior, and in today's litigious society, a thoughtless remark or action can easily turn into an expensive lawsuit. The key to preventing this is to ensure that all employees not only understand, but also follow the appropriate behavioral guidelines. Many employers assume that merely having a formal "harassment policy" is all they need. The truth of the matter is that these well-intentioned policies are practically worthless unless they are understood, observed and practiced by everyone. Powers Consulting offers several types of programs to increase awareness and prevent damaging incidents from occurring.
These commonly used phrases actually represent diametrically opposed approaches to solving a troubling problem. Overcoming the effect of generations of discriminatory hiring and promotional practices is a difficult and challenging task. Powers Consulting offers consultations and seminars targeted at everyone involved in these compliance-related decisions. By building a base of understanding, we allow each individual client to identify problem areas, establish goals, and achieve successful implementation of programs. As a powerful counterpoint to this program, we offer a positive approach to managing the diversity of the modern workforce.
The passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act was greeted by many employers as a sword hanging over their heads. It is often viewed as a club wielded by the government forcing the expenditure of large portions of company profits to address accommodation issues, and many companies find it confusing to implement. Powers Consulting can help an organization determine the applicability of the ADA to its workplace and its customer interface, assist with the implementation of the regulation, identify the quick and easy fixes and work with managers and employees on appropriate behavioral issues. It is even possible to turn compliance into a tool for empowerment.
The Family
Medical Leave Act has given legislative credence to a simple fact that
is often misunderstood by employers. For most employees, their job is
a means to allow them to live their personal lives according to their
desires. Meeting the requirements of FMLA is only the first step in turning
this concept into a powerful tool for empowering a workforce and gaining
more from human resource assets. Powers Consulting can make this a reality
for any organization. On the other hand, a company can be held hostage
by misunderstanding the requirements of this regulation. Powers Consulting
has the expertise in this regulation and the State Statutes that further
define your obligations.
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