Hawaii employers are required by federal and state laws to notify their employees of their rights by clearly displaying official labor and employment notices at each of their work locations. Companies are advised to
Hawaii's minimum wage rate rose to $7.75 from $7.25 on January 1, 2015. This increase is the first step in a four part legislative initiative to raise the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour in 2018 through incremental changes
Island Insurance, Hawaii's largest locally owned property & casualty insurance carrier, has appointed HEC board member John Schapperle as Chief Executive Officer. With more than 40 years' experience in the property and
The National Labor Relations Board recently issued rules amending its procedures for representation elections. To ensure that employers are prepared to meet the new requirements imposed by these rules, Torkildson, Katz,
With employee burnout and stress at an all-time high, employers are beginning 2015 with a focus on addressing this issue, according to ClearRock, Incorporated. By developing policies and procedures to minimize employee
A recent survey of chief financial officers (CFOs) conducted by Robert Half underscores the importance of making the right hiring decisions. Of the 2,100 CFOs that participated in the survey, 39 percent identified negative
The staff and management of the Hawaii Employers Council extend their best wishes for a happy holiday season and prosperous 2015! Our offices will close at 12:00 p.m. on December 31 and reopen on January 2.
The National Labor Relations Board recently issued rules amending its procedures for representation elections. To ensure that employers are prepared to meet the new requirements imposed by these rules, Torkildson, Katz,