10 HR Myths That Could Get Employers in Trouble

"We're in an at-will state." "She never said the words 'reasonable accommodation.'" Many of the most expensive HR mistakes begin with something that sounds like common sense. In this episode, Terry Cook and Tom Jones of AIM HR Solutions work through ten of the most common HR myths, covering terminations, resignations, harassment complaints, paid family and medical leave, accommodations, social media, and the surprisingly durable idea that the safest handbook is no handbook at all.Pete plays the manager hunting for a loophole. Terry and Tom are the people who have taken that call on the AIM HR Helpline more times than they can count. What comes out of it is a practical map of where the law actually sits, and what to do instead when the easy answer turns out to be the expensive one.Links & NotesAIM HR Helpline (AIM members) — 800-470-6277 | [email protected] | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ETAIM HR Roundtables, including the September 23 Western Mass sessions in Pittsfield and PalmerAIM HR Solutions Employee Handbook Services AIM HR Solutions Training CatalogAIM members can reach the HR Helpline at 800-470-6277 or [email protected] for inquiries Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (EST). Email requests will be responded to within 24 hours.