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Craig Ahlswede

Office Kindness: The Secret Ingredient to Every Great Team Recipe

In every workplace, much like in every kitchen, there’s a secret ingredient that transforms the good into the great. At Allevity, we believe that ingredient is kindness. More than just a nice gesture, kindness fuels collaboration, trust, and positivity, forming the foundation of a truly effective team. Let’s dive into why kindness matters, and how you can bring more of it into your workplace to create an environment where everyone thrives.

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Assistive Animals at Work: Understanding Compliance, Standards, and Accommodations

In today’s increasingly inclusive workplaces, assistive animals can play a crucial role in supporting your employees. Their presence introduces important legal and practical considerations for employers, but this may be balanced by the valuable role animals can play in the workplace. We’re here to help you understand compliance requirements, reasonable accommodations standards, and potential benefits to expect when assistive animals are requested in your workplace.

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Expanding Protections Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act: California’s SB 700

Signed into law on October 7, 2023 and effective January 1, 2024, SB700 brings significant amendments to the Fair Employment and Housing Act. This landmark legislation aims to protect employees and job applicants from discrimination based on their off-the-job cannabis use. With increasing legalization and normalization of cannabis use, SB700 addresses a critical gap in employment protections.

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Health Care Workers’ Minimum Wages to Change Effective June 1, 2024 – What Do You Need to Know?

On October 13, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed California Senate Bill 525 (CA SB 525), setting a new minimum wage standard for healthcare workers starting June 1, 2024. This wage increase addresses economic disparities within the healthcare sector and improves workers’ living standards. Wage increases will be phased in over the next several years and vary depending on various factors. Smaller and rural hospitals will have less substantial increases in the immediate term than larger metropolitan institutions.

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Shielding Your Payroll from Digital Pickpockets: A Business Owner’s Guide to Preventing Direct Deposit Fraud

In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, direct deposit fraud has emerged as a significant concern, and it is more common than you think. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, safeguarding your company’s payroll system is essential. 

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