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The 6 States That Mandate Anti-Harassment Training
Under federal law, workplaces aren’t allowed to discriminate against applicants and employees during their hiring and employment practices. However, specific states take these laws further with mandated anti-harassment training. For example, California requires...
The 6 States That Mandate Anti-Harassment Training
Under federal law, workplaces aren’t allowed to discriminate against applicants and employees during their hiring and employment practices. However, specific states take these laws further with mandated anti-harassment training. For example, California requires...
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Federal Contractors Should Prepare for 2025 Minimum Wage Hike as Legal Challenges Unfold
By Justin R. Barnes & Laura A. Mitchell, Jackson Lewis, Attorneys at Law Federal contractors may need to be prepared to increase pay for employees working on, or in connection with, covered federal government contracts. The hourly minimum wage for employees...
How to Train Employees on EEO Compliance
If you are a small business in the United States, you are most likely required to follow the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) rules about non-discrimination. In order to fulfill your legal obligation, it’s important to train your workers on their EEO...
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Final Regulations Released
By Joseph J. Lynett, Katharine C. Weber, Patricia Anderson Pryor, Jenifer M. Bologna, Catherine A. Cano, Tania J. Mistretta & Cepideh Roufougar The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released the text of the final regulations and interpretative...
HR Compliance Update | April 23, 2024
FEDERAL UPDATES Exempt Salary Basis Update – The DOL’s decision to raise the minimum salary necessary to designate employees as exempt took another step forward by passing the OIRA (White House) approval process. The next step is publication of a Final Rule, which...
10 EEOC Best Practices for Interviews
If you are thinking about searching for new job candidates for your workplace, right now is an excellent time to start considering Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) rules and regulations. While the basic rules were first created in 1964, there have been...
Proactive Health Management: Reducing FICA While Bending The Cost Curve Of Health Insurance
“We're not delivering the care, we're the patient scout for the doctors.” In episode #97 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance and the War for Talent, CEO of Key Benefits Administrators Larry Dust, sits...
What are the Small Business FMLA Requirements?
What are the requirements for FMLA? More importantly, does FMLA apply to small businesses? As a small business owner, it is important to educate yourself about FMLA requirements for employers. If you have 50 or more employees, there is an excellent chance that this...
The Outsourcing Advantage: How Specialized HR Experts Outperform In-House Generalists
In the contemporary landscape of dynamic markets and evolving workplace dynamics, businesses are continually seeking strategies to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and foster growth. Among these strategies, outsourcing HR functions has emerged as a...
Earned Wage Access: Attracting Top Talent in a Tight Labor Market
Right now, the unemployment rate is at 3.8%. Since January 2022, the unemployment rate hasn’t gone above 4.0%. While a low unemployment rate is great news for workers, it leads to upward pressure on wages. Workplaces have to be especially creative if they want to...
How EEOC Laws Can Help You Create a Productive Work Environment
Are you aware of the non-discrimination laws that could affect your company? What are you doing to comply with federal and state regulations? The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was created on July 2, 1965. Its goal was to eliminate workplace...
Privacy Versus Cyber – What is the Bigger Risk?
By Joseph J. Lazzarotti, Jackson Lewis Law Firm Body “Cybersecurity” has emerged as one of top risks facing organizations. Considering the steady stream of massive data breaches affecting millions (sometimes billions), the debilitating effects of ransomware on an...
Elevating Workplace Leadership: Manager Training and Technology
Effective leadership is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace culture, driving productivity, employee engagement, and organizational success. As such, investing in manager training is not just beneficial but essential for fostering strong leadership capabilities...
10 Things to Remember About the FMLA
While there are different rules in each state, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applies to every business that operates in the United States. Even if you don’t think this law applies to you, it’s important to learn about FMLA notification requirements and...
Understanding Isolating And Allocating Growth Capital
“Cash is a choice and debt is a choice.” In episode #96 of Mission to Grow, the Asure podcast that serves as small business owners' guide to cash, compliance and the War for Talent, speaker, entrepreneur, and financial expert, Greg Crabtree, sits down with host Mike...
DHS: Automatic Extension of Work Authorization for Certain Renewal Applicants
by Amy L. Peck, Jackson Lewis Law Firm Good news for those applying for or with pending Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewals. The Department of Homeland Security is temporarily reinstituting its 540-day automatic extension of work authorization for...
Contractor’s License Revoked for OSHA Violations and $300,000 in Unpaid Penalties
The Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations and Standards has taken action against a contractor, revoking their construction supervisor’s license for a minimum of two years. This decision follows a complaint filed by the U.S. Department of Labor, citing multiple...
How On-Demand Pay Apps Work
What is on-demand pay? How can it boost your company’s bottom line? Through on-demand pay apps, you can provide workers with additional benefits and improve your employee turnover rate. Many of these apps can be integrated into your payroll system, so you don’t have...
Understanding SOC Codes: What Are They and When Are They Required?
Understanding SOC codes is crucial for businesses to categorize workers accurately and comply with state reporting requirements. The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system, utilized by federal agencies, assigns a unique code to every job role, helping...
Using the FMLA for Remote Employees: What to Expect as a Small Business Owner
In a recent USA Today survey, 35% of respondents had access to remote work. As a small business owner, it’s important to understand FMLA for remote employees. While FMLA for small businesses is generally the same for remote and non-remote workers, there are a few key...
Understanding COBRA: Compliance Requirements and Consequences for Employers
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, commonly referred to as COBRA, is a crucial piece of legislation in the United States that provides employees and their families with the option to continue their health insurance coverage after experiencing a...
The Benefits of On-Demand Pay for Small Businesses
By setting up on-demand pay, you can give your employees access to wages they have already earned. Depending on your payroll provider, you may be able to integrate this type of system into your current payroll platform. Once pay-on-demand services are set up, you can...
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