Sometimes an employer’s seemingly harmless questions can be problematic because they may violate certain laws or get in the way of a productive and engaged workforce. Here are eight questions to avoid and why.

While there are a host of federal laws and regulations with which employers must comply, many state and local jurisdictions also have laws and regulations that govern the employment relationship. Understanding which laws apply to your business when these laws conflict can be a significant challenge. To help, we've identified 10 areas in which your state and/or local law may be more generous to the employee. In general, when laws conflict, the law most generous to the employee applies.  

Background checks can provide employers with a variety of job-related information to use when evaluating prospective employees' qualifications, such as work history and education, criminal records, and driving records.

However, federal, state and local laws set limits on obtaining and using background check information to make employment decisions. Employers must ensure compliance with these laws. Here’s a checklist to help employers when conducting background checks.

Effective communication is the foundation of a good employment relationship. Regular conversations with your employees can help build trust and loyalty, and drive performance. Here are eight critical conversations you should consider having with your employees.

Legal benefits are one of those things you hope you never need. But, just in case, ADP TotalSource® has you covered with Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) coverage, the Legal Defense Benefit (LDB), and support in responding to charges from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and other similar administrative agencies.