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  As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illness in the workplace. To help protect workers, OSHA has extended its National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards through April 8, 2026. Originally set to expire in 2025, this extension allows OSHA to continue identifying and addressing heat risks across aContinue Reading

  There’s been a lot of uncertainty around the federal overtime rule lately, and understandably, many employers and employees are unsure about what to expect. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of what’s going on, what’s changed, and what you should do right now. The 2024 Overtime Rule: What Was Proposed? In 2024, under the Biden administration,Continue Reading

  The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released a new version of Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification), bringing the total number of valid editions to three. While the updates are minor, they’re still important to be aware of. The newest edition is dated 01/20/25 and is valid through 05/31/2027. The good news? IfContinue Reading

  Misclassifying workers as employees or independent contractors has big implications for your business, including legal and financial risks that can hurt your business. It is essential for business owners to understand how to classify workers correctly, and the risks of not doing so. How to Classify Workers To determine whether someone is an employeeContinue Reading

  As an employer, it’s important to understand the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, commonly known as COBRA. COBRA is a federal law that allows some employees and their dependents to keep their health coverage after experiencing a qualifying event. Understanding COBRA requirements helps employers stay compliant and ensures employees maintain coverage during times ofContinue Reading