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November 2015

Engage: Never Stuffy.  Always Practical.  Completely Reliable.
  
Proposed Sick Leave Rules Published
Recently, BOLI published its much-anticipated proposed rules for Oregon's new sick leave law. The rules clarify some issues and leave some questions unanswered. Here are a few key provisions ... Read on.
Five Things You May Not Know About McRae & Sons - Featured Member
Ever wonder where all those wooden paintbrush handles are made? Let me introduce you to McRae & Sons, Inc. This Bay City, Oregon family-owned business has been a Cascade member for nearly 30 years and in business for 60 years. Did you know ... Read on.
Hot Compliance Question
Question:  My employee showed up to work drunk. When we confronted him about his behavior, he said he had a problem and asked for leave to go to rehab. I know that leave for rehab qualifies for family leave and can be a disability accommodation. Do we need to give him leave, or can we terminate him for violating our drug and alcohol policy?  Answer.
"Great Scott". . . the future is here!
This past month we celebrated two futuristic events. Wednesday, October 21, 2015 (while aging many of us) marks the day that Doc and Marty travel into the future from 1985 to 2015. It also marks the introduction of National Flex Day. Read on.

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

The most recent update to the Consumer Price Index data for Pacific Cities and U.S. City average was October 15, 2015 for September data.  
View CPI table.

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2015-2016 Training Catalog

 

 

Behind every great organization is a well-trained staff.  Plan ahead for an entire year!

 

2016 Employment and Labor Law Posters

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Recent law changes require updated posters for 2016. Cascade members can now get affordable, all-in-one, commonly required Federal/State employment and labor law posters - approximately 2' x 3' on heavy-duty glossy paper or high-quality laminate.

  

Reserve your posters now and we'll ship as soon as available in December. You won't be invoiced until shipped.

  

Pricing for these two-sided English/Spanish posters includes shipping. 10% discount on orders of 25 or more. If you use all-in-one commonly required posters, these prices are unsurpassed.

  • Heavy duty glossy paper, full color - $19.95 each
  • High quality laminate, full color - $29.95 each

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