1. 1. Managers 411ruthseiler@staffmanagers.com
   August 13, 2009
   
2. 2. Top Reasons Employers Get Sued
   
3. 3. NUMBER 1
   Failing to model respectful behavior
   Ensure that others do too
   
4. 4. NUMBER 2
   Risky Pre-Employment Questions
   Failing to manage the perception
   Disparate Impact
   
5. 5. NUMBER 3
   Failing to understand the true role of a manager of people
   Goal setting/Expectations
   Hold employees accountable
   Constant communication
   
6. 6. NUMBER 4
   Not providing honest, timely feedback
   Avoiding confrontation
   Dishonest evaluations
   Using Layoff for a Performance Problem
   
7. 7. NUMBER 5
   Not referring to the handbook
   Clocking out for breaks
   Raising concerns
   Preserving employment-at-will rights
   
8. 8. NUMBER 6
   Not asking for advice
   Rash disciplinary decisions
   Firing on the spot
   
9. 9. NUMBER 7
   Not reporting time accurately
   Exempt/Non-Exempt status
   Volunteer work
   Deductions without authorizations
   
10. 10. NUMBER 8
    Leave requests and Medical decisions
    the "Bermuda Triangle" of FMLA, ADA, and workers' compensation
    
11. 11. NUMBER 9
    Not writing and keeping accurate, complete documentation
    
12. 12. NUMBER 10
    Retaliating against employees
    
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