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Understanding Wage and Hour Issues During and After Natural Disasters
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A Practical Guide for Employers For employers, navigating wage and hour issues can be complex, especially when unexpected circumstances arise. It’s important for employers to understand their obligations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and related state laws. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you manage these situations effectively. Paying Employees Who Aren’tContinue Reading
Stay Compliant: New Updates to Form I-9
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated Form I-9 used for Employment Eligibility Verification, extending its expiration date to 05/31/2027. Employers must now use the Form I-9 with the edition date of 08/01/23, which may have expiration dates of either 07/31/2026 or 05/31/2027. Either form can be used until its respective expirationContinue Reading
Updates On The Controversial Joint Employer Rule
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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently retracted its controversial joint employer rule, which would have made it easier for workers to be considered employees of multiple entities. However, employers shouldn’t breathe a sigh of relief just yet. Four months ago, a Texas federal court judge struck down this rule, and the NLRB hasContinue Reading
Keeping Your Workplace Safe During the Summer Heat
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How to keep your team safe while remaining compliant. As confirmed by scientists at NASA’s Goddard Institute of Space Studies (GISS), the summer of 2023 was Earth’s hottest since global records began in 1880. That being said, employers like yourself should be prepared for the heavy heat that is upon us. OSHA Requirements TheContinue Reading
Our New Portal Improves HR Task Management Efficiency
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Save more time and money while also reducing stress. Running a business can be quite overwhelming. You are working to expand and make a profit while also managing day-to-day human resources (HR) tasks. To enable you to focus your efforts on activities that actually grow your business, we created a portal that will enhanceContinue Reading
Summer help and child labor laws
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The summer months are here, and teenagers are looking for ways to earn extra money and experience during their vacations. Meanwhile, some businesses are looking to fill possible labor shortages they might have. It’s a good time for both sides. Still, when hiring minors for part-time or entry-level positions, it’s important to understand child laborContinue Reading
Heat-related Illness and the workplace
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The summer heat is out in full swing, and for many laborers, that means working in hot indoor and outdoor environments for a long time. Being exposed to such conditions can heat-related illnesses that can cause physical harm and even death. These risks are not for the employee alone. Employers must be wary of theseContinue Reading