Part 1
This assignment will consist of an APA formatted paper.
Case Analysis Paper
Each student will choose eight cases, each from a different chapter, from the readings in Weeks 1 through 7 (Chapters 1 through 16). The student may not use cases done in previous case analysis submissions. The paper should be divided into sections where each case is under a heading with the case name and page number on it. A common reference page will be used for all of the cases.
Your responses should be well-rounded and analytical and should not just provide a conclusion or an opinion without explaining the reason for the choice. For full credit, you must use the material from the textbook by using APA citations with page numbers when responding to the questions.
Utilize the case format below.
Read and understand the case. Show your analysis and reasoning and make it clear you understand the material. Be sure to incorporate the concepts of the chapter we are studying to show your reasoning. For each of the cases you select, dedicate one heading to each following outline topic.
Case: (Identify the name of the case and page number in the textbook.)
Parties: (Identify the plaintiff and the defendant.)
Facts: (Summarize only those facts critical to the outcome of the case.)
Issue: (Note the central question or questions on which the case turns.)
Applicable Law(s): (Identify the applicable laws.) Use the textbook here by using citations. The law should come from the same chapter as the case. Be sure to use citations from the textbook including page numbers.
Holding: (How did the court resolve the issue(s)? Who won?)
Reasoning: (Explain the logic that supported the court’s decision.)
Case Questions: (Explain the logic that supported the court’s decision.) Dedicate one subheading to each of the case questions immediately following the case. First, fully state the question from the book and then fully answer.
Conclusion: (This should summarize the key aspects of the decision and also your recommendations on the court’s ruling.)
Include citations and a reference page with your sources for all of the cases. Use APA-style citations with page numbers and references.
Human Resource Management Analysis
What do the results of each case suggest about employment regulatory issues and legal matters in organizations? What Policies should HRM implement to prevent the legal issues addressed in your cases?
What is the role of HRM in preventing the legal failures highlighted in your selected cases?
What metrics would you use to assess HRM efficacy in addressing the issues in your selected cases? What is the role of technology, human capital, organizational culture, leadership, workplace planning and talent management in preventing such legal failures and in improving overall organizational success?
Responses to each question must be informed by outside research. At least two references must be used and cited in this section.
Reflection: (Include a reflection section.) This should cover all of the work in this course. Students must address specific cases or concepts with citations. This section should not be shallow but show some deep reflective thought to receive full credit.
Part 2
Complete Discussion
Review the following scenario.
College sophomore Suzy Smart works part-time in the Handi Mart convenience store near campus. The store manager requires that each clerk arrives 15 minutes prior to the start of the shift so that the clerk going off duty can review the sales figures and cash status with replacements before leaving. The clerk going off duty punches the time card after this review, but the incoming clerk is not allowed to punch in until the review is completed and they have agreed that the sales and cash figures are accurate. Sometimes, this exercise takes more than 15 minutes, and no matter how long it takes, the clerk coming on duty may not punch the time card and start earning wages until the process is completed.
Suzy, who completed a course on labor and employment law, realizes that the store manager is violating the FLSA by not allowing the incoming clerk to punch the time clock upon arrival. She brings this issue up with the store manager, who tells her that Handi Mart’s parent corporation does not allow the store to compensate two clerks for the same period of time, no matter how brief, since this is classified by the corporation as a single coverage store. Furthermore, he adds ominously, if Suzy complains to the Wage and Hour Division of the DOL, he will probably be forced by the company to lay Suzy off, along with other part-timers, and cover the store himself for the evening shifts. He states, “You may get everyone a few dollars in back pay, but you’ll also cost everybody their jobs. Remember, some of your coworkers are single parents who need this extra income to make ends meet.”
Has the store manager violated FLSA? Explain.
Explain how you would address this scenario as an HR professional
Part 3 reply to discussion
This is absurd, and against the law. How can the employees be asked to come in early, however not be compensated for their time. If one is required to work 7am-3pm they need to ensure that they are punched in and in their seats at that time. They should not leave before that time. It was nonsense for the manager to say that, if he was held accountable for his unlawful actions it would only hurt other employees, not help them. As a HR professional I would play by the rules and ask that everyone report at specific time once the other clerk is sure to be done. It would be the manager’s responsibility to cover the time if there were any time gaps. Part 4 reply to discussion
Hello Professor and Class, Has the store manager violated FLSA? Explain.
I believe the store manager violated the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under the FLSA, employees must be compensated for all hours worked, including preparatory and concluding activities that are integral and indispensable to their principal job duties. In this case, requiring Suzy to arrive 15 minutes early to review sales and cash figures is part of her job, and she should be compensated from the time she starts this activity. By not allowing clerks to punch in until after the review is complete, the store effectively has employees work off the clock, which is illegal.
Explain how you would address this scenario as an HR professional.
As an HR professional, I’d first gather all the details and confirm if other employees are affected. Then, I’d review the company’s policies and compare them with FLSA rules to show that the current practice is non-compliant. Next, I’d talk to the store manager, explaining the legal risks and offering solutions, like adjusting shifts so employees are paid for all work-related tasks from arrival. I’d recommend making these changes across the store to prevent future issues. If the manager pushes back, I’d escalate the matter to higher management, highlighting the importance of compliance. I’d ensure open communication, supporting employees like Suzy in raising concerns without fear of retaliation. Finally, I’d ensure changes are documented and staff receive training to stay compliant.