Aug 28, 2024 | Company Culture, Compliance, Employee management, Employee Onboarding, Hiring, HR Management, HR Services, Human Resources
Struggling to find staff? Confused about compliance? Get ready to elevate your HR game with our latest podcast series, packed with eight must-listen episodes that delve into the best practices in HR management. If you’re an entrepreneur or small business owner looking...
Aug 23, 2024 | Compliance, Uncategorized
By Michael H. Neifach, Jackson Lewis, Attorneys at Law The USCIS, or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, is a federal agency that oversees the lawful immigration process in the United States. It’s part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is...
Aug 19, 2024 | Compliance, Human Resources
When it comes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), there are many potential missteps that small businesses can make. Unlike some laws, the FLSA doesn’t generally have exemptions for small businesses. If your company earns at least $500,000 a year or has employees...
Aug 16, 2024 | Compliance
HR investigations are a systematic way to determine the facts underlying a workplace complaint. For small businesses, HR investigations help create a fair, safe workplace. Because you don’t want a specific situation or complaint influencing how you conduct your...
Aug 16, 2024 | Compliance, Hiring
Since 1986, the federal government has required employers to complete I-9 forms for each worker. While many workplaces may feel like they are complying with this rule, this is rarely the case. Any mistakes on Form I-9 can lead to hefty fines, so it’s important to take...
Aug 13, 2024 | Compliance
FEDERAL UPDATES FTC Noncompete Ban (eff 9/4/24). The new FTC rule prohibits most employers from entering into a non-compete clause with a worker (including independent contractors) and applies retroactively. There is a very limited exemption for non-competes in...
