So I’ve been reading up on how employment laws are changing because of remote work, and it’s kind of a lot. Stuff like tracking hours, data security, and even taxes seem to be shifting. Anyone else dealing with these changes at work?
Oh yeah, especially the part about tracking hours. My company is super strict now on us logging every minute… anyone else feel like it’s a bit much?
Grier said:
Oh yeah, especially the part about tracking hours. My company is super strict now on us logging every minute… anyone else feel like it’s a bit much?
Same here, they keep reminding us about ‘off-the-clock’ work. I’m like, IDK, it feels weird sometimes.
@Faithjones
Right? I feel like I’m constantly being watched. Just don’t know where to draw the line.
What about data privacy? We had to start using this VPN thing, and honestly, it’s a pain. Anyone know if that’s really necessary?
Shiloh said:
What about data privacy? We had to start using this VPN thing, and honestly, it’s a pain. Anyone know if that’s really necessary?
Yeah, that’s probably because of GDPR or CCPA or something. They’re big on keeping data private, especially for remote work.
@Vic
Gotcha… didn’t realize it was for that. Just seems like a hassle sometimes.
Anyone else have to update their work contract? My company added a whole section about remote work policies.
Hadi said:
Anyone else have to update their work contract? My company added a whole section about remote work policies.
Yep, they clarified stuff like which expenses they cover. I get reimbursed for internet now, which is nice!
@Milo
Lucky! Mine just mentioned equipment but nothing about monthly bills.
Hadi said:
Anyone else have to update their work contract? My company added a whole section about remote work policies.
Yeah, mine too. They even added stuff about productivity expectations and communication.
So… are companies actually liable if you get hurt working from home? I heard something about that.
Ellis said:
So… are companies actually liable if you get hurt working from home? I heard something about that.
Technically, yeah, they could be. I think it falls under OSHA guidelines or something.
@Alden
Lol, imagine explaining to HR how you tripped over your own stuff at home. Still weird they cover that.
Ellis said:
So… are companies actually liable if you get hurt working from home? I heard something about that.
They also care about ergonomic setups! My company sent out tips to avoid injuries.
Anyone else feel like there’s too much monitoring now? They track our time and even what sites we go on.
Arden said:
Anyone else feel like there’s too much monitoring now? They track our time and even what sites we go on.
Same here… they gave us a heads-up, but still feels invasive.
Arden said:
Anyone else feel like there’s too much monitoring now? They track our time and even what sites we go on.
Same here… they gave us a heads-up, but still feels invasive.
Isn’t there a law about that? Thought they needed consent.
@Ray
Yeah, they mentioned it briefly but didn’t give much choice.
I’ve heard people in different countries working remotely can trigger some tax thing? Anyone know what that’s about?