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10 Best Practices for Garnishing Wages
Even if you only have one employee, you are still legally required to garnish wages if you receive a court order to do so. Unfortunately, calculating the garnishment and fulfilling your legal obligation isn’t always easy. By keeping in mind a few best practices, you...
10 Best Practices for Garnishing Wages
Even if you only have one employee, you are still legally required to garnish wages if you receive a court order to do so. Unfortunately, calculating the garnishment and fulfilling your legal obligation isn’t always easy. By keeping in mind a few best practices, you...
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NLRB General Counsel Declares ‘Stay-Or-Pay’ Provisions Unlawful: What Employers Need to Know
By Jonathan J. Spitz, Richard F. Vitarelli & Lorien E. Schoenstedt, Jackson Lewis, Attorneys at Law Takeaways: NLRB GC Abruzzo expanded her theory that certain restrictive covenants are unlawful by also including “stay-or-pay” provisions Employers could soon face...
7 Strategies for Navigating HR Investigations: Guide for Small Businesses
Human Resources (HR) investigations are essential for addressing employee complaints, ensuring workplace compliance, and maintaining a healthy organizational culture. However, they can pose significant challenges, especially for small businesses that may lack the...
How Performance Reviews Drive an Engaged Workforce
Performance reviews are more than a metric for raises and promotions. They are a valuable way to set goals and motivate employees and an important part of a strategic people management strategy. By learning how to offer performance reviews, you can transform your...
How Does the New Ban on Non-Competes Work?
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new rule that essentially bans do not compete clauses. The FTC banning non competes means that companies will no longer be able to use non-compete clauses to stop workers from quitting and getting new...
FTC Non-Compete Update for 2024: Are Non-Compete Clauses Enforceable?
Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that non-compete clauses would no longer be allowed. The FTC non-compete update goes into effect on September 4, 2024. Thanks to the new FTC ban, employers may want to know, “Are non-compete clauses enforceable?”...
7 Tips for Building an Informed Workforce
Building an informed workplace is about more than just communication. It is about being conscious about what you communicate and where you inform employees about updates. From incorporating company-wide meetings to town halls, there are major changes you can make to...
FTC Ruling On Non Competes
“Use this time wisely, 120 days is not that much time to prepare.” In episode #103 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance, and the War for Talent, Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C., Brian Shenker, sits down...
HR Compliance Update | June 4, 2024
FEDERAL UPDATES EEO-1 Reporting – The deadline to submit and certify EEO-1 reports for 100+ employers is June 4, 2024. The EEOC just announced that it filed lawsuits against 15 employers in 10 different states and multiple industries for failing to comply with the...
How to Create an Employee Handbook in 10 Steps
Creating and maintaining an employee handbook is a critical task that plays a vital role in establishing clear communication and expectations within your organization. Despite the misconception that employee handbooks are a relic of the past, a well-written and...
How to Use the FICA Tip Credit to Avoid Employer Taxes on Tips
Employers are legally required to pay the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) on employee wages and tips. Fortunately, the FICA tip credit can help you decrease your company’s tax burden. By carefully tracking wages throughout the year, you can help your...
Big Impact for Small Businesses: Strategic People Management
Create a competitive advantage with an informed, engaged and recognized workforce. In today's competitive marketplace, running a small business isn't just about keeping the lights on and meeting deadlines. It's about building a team that's not only capable but also...
What Should You Consider When Selecting Leadership Training Options?
If you don’t provide your workers with leadership and development opportunities, they will look for these opportunities somewhere else. As an employer, this means it’s incredibly important to provide leadership training to your workers. From offering tuition...
9 Best Practices for Employee Recognition Programs
Employee recognition can help you achieve a happier, more productive workforce. By implementing an employee recognition program in your small business, you can ensure your workers feel valued and motivate them to achieve their performance goals. While recognition can...
Little Known Employer Tax Credits: WOTC, R&D, And So Much More
“Just because you're a small business doesn't mean you can't take advantage of the same things that you see these larger corporations are taking advantage of.” In episode #102 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash,...
2024 HR Benchmark Report: Key Insights for Small Businesses
We are excited to announce the release of the 2024 HR Benchmark Report, an essential guide for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) looking to leverage human resources (HR) best practices to drive growth and success. This comprehensive report, based on our latest...
How Offering Great Benefits Boosts Recruitment and Retention for Small Businesses
In the competitive world of small business, attracting and keeping top talent can feel like an uphill battle. One powerful way to gain an edge is by offering great benefits. Health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement not only...
Can Small Businesses Get R&D Credits?
If you are trying to lower your tax burden, the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit can help. This popular employer tax credit can reduce your payroll tax burden. Even if you don’t need the payroll credit this year, you can carry it forward for up to 20...
How a WOTC Certification Request Works
The government originally designed the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to help workers get jobs. The employer tax credit was specifically intended to target employees who traditionally struggle to get hired. For small businesses, WOTC is an opportunity to get a tax...
6 Challenges for Navigating Multi-State Payroll Tax Filing & How to Solve Them
Filing multi-state payroll taxes presents several key challenges for large enterprises. Understanding and addressing these challenges is crucial to ensure compliance, avoid penalties, and streamline operations. Here are the main challenges and strategies to overcome...
The Top 10 Tips for Managing Small Business Finances and Cash Flow
Managing finances and maintaining healthy cash flow are perennial challenges for small business owners. In an economic landscape marked by uncertainty and fluctuating market conditions, small businesses often find themselves navigating tight financial constraints....
Restaurant Operators Owe $100,000+ in Back Wages for Overtime Violations
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) mandates that covered employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek at a rate not less than one and one-half times their regular rates of pay. This federal law aims to ensure fair compensation for...
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