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  The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has finalized regulations to enforce the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), effective June 18, 2024. This new regulation aims to support pregnant employees by ensuring they can continue working comfortably and safely. It is also enforced like other federal employment discrimination laws. Who Does the PWFA ApplyContinue Reading

  Rule goes into effect today, for most. A Win for The State of Texas as an Employer According to Fisher & Phillips LLP, the state of Texas, as an employer, is exempt from complying with today’s new exempt salary threshold due to a Friday court order. This exemption applies solely to the state itself;Continue Reading

  According to Fisher & Phillips LLP, a new report released by Microsoft and LinkedIn from May 8, 2024 states that 75% of knowledge workers use AI for work purposes and over half of them don’t disclose it to leadership since they fear they’ll be perceived as replaceable. The report proves the untapped potential aroundContinue Reading

  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

  Why acting early may save you money and risk. What are non-cash fringe benefits? Non-cash fringe benefits are benefits an employee doesn’t receive cash for but does get taxed on. Some examples of commonly used fringe benefits are gift cards, Group Term Life Insurance greater than $50,000, personal use of a company vehicle, orContinue Reading

  If you work with staffing companies or contractors it’s critical to be aware of your terms and conditions of employment since they may potentially put you in the category of a joint employer, which can now lead to unintended liabilities. What constitutes joint-employment? A recent ruling by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) mayContinue Reading

Entrepreneurship For many aspiring entrepreneurs, the pursuit of independence fuels their initial desire for business ownership. While serving one’s community with valuable services often sits at the heart of their motivation, achieving profit maximization and client satisfaction entails significant responsibilities. Among these lies HR compliance laws, a non-customer-facing area that holds immense power over yourContinue Reading

With these penalty amounts rising, companies must make sure they remain compliant with employment laws. UniqueHR can provide compliance assistance with employment laws and regulations and help your employees better understand their rights and responsibilities. Reach out today to learn more about our partnership opportunities.    

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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

One of the biggest challenges for many small to mid-sized businesses is being able to retain top talent. Employee turnover is time-consuming and costly, but UniqueHR’s PEO services can help with retention and reduce some of those costs. THE COST Turnover rate varies by industry, but the US average comes in at 18%, with aContinue Reading