Employer Updates Around the California Fires

  The recent fires have significantly affected everyone in the surrounding areas of Los Angeles and Ventura counties due to the poor air quality, power outages and not being able to access their homes and businesses. In many cases, losing them altogether. Below are regulations and important considerations that employers must keep in mind toContinue Reading

ACA Reporting Just Got Easier

  Great news for employers! Two new laws signed on December 23, 2024, the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act (PBRA) and the Employer Reporting Improvement Act (ERIA), which bring significant changes to Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements. These updates are designed to simplify processes for Applicable Large Employers (ALEs). Simplified Reporting for Forms 1095-C andContinue Reading

Avoiding Common HR Pitfalls During the Holiday Season

  The holiday season can often present HR challenges to employers that can range from managing time-off requests to hosting holiday parties. Employers must comply with workplace policies, along with federal and state regulations to remain compliant while creating a positive environment. Here are some common HR pitfalls and ideas on how to avoid them:Continue Reading

Required Year-End Reports for Businesses

  At the end of each year, businesses like yours must prepare a few important reports to comply with legal and financial requirements. Here’s a brief guide to the most common end-of-year reports companies should prepare: Employee Tax Forms. These forms are important to maintain tax compliance and to report employee earned income. W-2 Forms:Continue Reading

BOIR Filing Requirement is Temporarily Blocked

  On Dec 3, 2024, a federal judge in Texas granted a nationwide temporary injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which required all businesses operating in the US with an EIN (roughly 32.6 million) to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). This report required companies to disclose the personal information of all beneficialContinue Reading

Why Filing Your BOIR On Time Matters

  The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) came into effect on January 1, 2024, with the goal to help the US government combat financial crimes like tax fraud, money laundering, corruption, and even drug and human trafficking. In order to do so, this law requires all businesses operating in the US with an EIN to fileContinue Reading

Federal Judge Strikes Down Expanded Overtime Rule

  What employers need to know. In a ruling on November 15, 2024, U.S. District Court Judge Sean Jordan struck down the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) recently expanded overtime rule nationwide. The decision, issued by a Texas federal court, effectively removed overtime eligibility from an estimated 1 million workers and changed the salary thresholdContinue Reading

New Religious Accommodations Ruling

  Employers in the U.S. are required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to make reasonable accommodations for employees with religious beliefs that conflict with work requirements, as long as doing so does not impose an “undue hardship” on the business. Recent Rulings A recent EEOC settlement with a Pennsylvania employerContinue Reading

Understanding ADA Protection and Reasonable Accommodation in the Workplace

  A Simple Guide for Employers October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and promote inclusive work environments. This month highlights the importance of creating equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities and emphasizes the value they bring to the workforce. As a business ownerContinue Reading

Open Enrollment Season in the Workplace

  Open enrollment season is upon us, so employers are preparing to provide health and welfare benefit options for their employees during the upcoming plan year. This is an opportunity to ensure compliance with legal requirements. Here are five important considerations employers should keep in mind during open enrollment along with practical ways to helpContinue Reading

Impact of the New Overtime Rule During the Upcoming Compensation Season

  As the year comes to an end, businesses are preparing for the year-end review process, and compensation plans are top of mind. With potential raises, bonuses, and other incentives in the horizon, employers also need to address the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) upcoming changes to overtime rules taking effect on January 1, 2025.Continue Reading

Providing Employees Time Off to Vote

  With Election Day a couple of months away and record turnout expected in many states, it’s important for employers to understand their obligations when it comes to employee voting leave. It’s crucial to stay compliant while supporting your employees’ right to participate in elections. Providing Employees Time to Vote Employers must understand their responsibilitiesContinue Reading

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