Sep 22, 2023 | Compliance
Operating a small or midsize business comes with a myriad of responsibilities, including ensuring compliance with employment laws and providing fair compensation to employees. A recent case involving a winery sheds light on the importance of adhering to legal pay...
Sep 22, 2023 | Compliance
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has uncovered a deeply concerning pattern of neglect for employee safety requirements at a steel erection company. The steel erection company has a history spanning over a...
Sep 22, 2023 | Compliance
FEDERAL UPDATES EEOC and DOL Alliance: As part of a growing trend toward interagency cooperation, the EEOC and DOL just entered into a new Memorandum of Understanding in which they agree to share information and participate in joint investigations, training, and...
Sep 21, 2023 | Compliance
As a small or midsize business owner, understanding and complying with employment laws is crucial to maintain a fair and ethical work environment. Recent events underscore the severe penalties that can arise from disregarding these legal obligations. A recent case...
Sep 21, 2023 | Compliance
A recent court ruling in Utah serves as a stark reminder of the severe penalties that await those who mishandle employee retirement funds. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) obtained a preliminary injunction against the CEO and co-owner of a construction company for...
Sep 20, 2023 | Compliance, Payroll
Complying with regulations is an essential aspect of operating in the banking network. Various entities enforce different rules, such as the NACHA rules by the banking network itself, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) by federal and state banking regulators, and anti-money...
