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How a 401(k) Plan Can Improve Your Small Business’s Growth and Retention
As a small business, you end up competing against major corporations for top talent. Unfortunately, large companies can often pay higher wages and provide more benefits than startups. However, there are a few benefits you can afford to offer that won’t break the...
How a 401(k) Plan Can Improve Your Small Business’s Growth and Retention
As a small business, you end up competing against major corporations for top talent. Unfortunately, large companies can often pay higher wages and provide more benefits than startups. However, there are a few benefits you can afford to offer that won’t break the...
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The Best Practices for Incorporating Background Checks Into Your Small Business
When you have just 16 to 50 employees, the types of policies and procedures you adopt can determine what your company’s future growth looks like. At this stage in your company’s development, you need to revamp HR practices like background checks. As a small business,...
Why S Corp Owners Need Professional Payroll Services
Becoming an S corp provides you with added liability protection and advantageous tax benefits. However, these advantages come with certain requirements. Besides compliance rules about domestic ownership and share maximums, you must also make sure to pay yourself a...
How to Prevent Direct Deposit Fraud: Best Practices for Employees and Employers
Preventing direct deposit fraud requires a proactive approach from both employers and employees. By implementing strong security measures and fostering awareness, you can significantly reduce the risk of payroll fraud. Best Practices for Employees Direct deposit...
Small Business 101: Focus on Your Hiring Process To Drive Future Growth
When you only have 1 to 15 employees, the people you hire are especially critical for your success. As you grow, you’ll need to standardize your hiring process and onboarding to welcome all of your new employees. From finding the right talent to employee retention,...
U.S. Supreme Court Makes Clear There Is No Heightened Standard for Employers to Establish an FLSA Exemption Applies
By Justin R. Barnes & Jeffrey W. Brecher, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law Employers do not have to meet a heightened standard of proof to establish that an employee is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA),...
Understanding Direct Deposit Fraud: How It Happens and What’s at Stake
Direct deposit fraud is a growing concern for employers and employees alike. With the rise of digital payroll systems, cybercriminals are finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and redirect funds. Understanding how this type of fraud occurs is the first step...
HR Compliance Update | January 13, 2025
FEDERAL UPDATES ACA Reporting Requirements – Effective January 1, two new laws alter employer requirements under the Affordable Care Act. Until now, Applicable Large Employers (ALEs; 50+ FTEs) have been required to automatically provide Form 1095-C to full-time...
California Wildfire Victims Granted Payroll Tax Relief: Updated Deadline for Quarterly Payroll Taxes
The IRS recently announced tax relief for individuals and businesses affected by the devastating wildfires in California. This relief includes extended deadlines for filing various tax forms and making payments, aiming to provide some breathing room for those dealing...
Potential Shifts in Employee Benefits: A Guide for Employers Under Trump
by Suzanne G. Odom & Melissa Ostrower, Jackson Lewis attorneys at law As we prepare for another change in Administration in the White House, it is crucial for employers and plan sponsors to stay informed and prepared. While much of what lies ahead is speculative,...
Health and Welfare Plans: Recent Topics in Year-End Compliance
by Caitlin M. Britos & Kellie M. Thomas, Jackon Lewis, attorneys at law As we begin the new year, we reflect on the many evolving compliance obligations that health and welfare plan sponsors tackle each year. Although this list is by no means exhaustive, it...
The Most Common Business Structures for Small Businesses
The business structure your company uses will determine how you pay taxes and your day-to-day operations. It can also impact liability, ownership, and distribution payments. By learning more about different types of business structures, you can make sure that your...
EEOC Issues New Guidance on Wearable Technologies: Key Points for Employers
By Kathleen A. McGinley, Ashley Woozley, Katharine C. Weber & Joseph J. Lazzarotti, Jackson Lewis Attorneys at Law As more employers incorporate wearable technology in the workplace, including those enhanced by artificial intelligence, the Equal Employment...
When Weather Wreaks Havoc on PTO: A Guide for Business Owners
For businesses in regions like Upstate New York, winter isn’t just a season—it’s a force to reckon with. Snowstorms, icy roads, and unpredictable weather can wreak havoc, not only on commutes but also on workplace operations. At one mid-sized firm, this reality hit...
Paid Leave Gets Important Changes in 2025 in California
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series Employers in California can expect a number of important legal changes to take place after the turn of the year. In 2025, employers will have new rules about paid leave requirements, jury duty protections, and...
2025 Changes to Anti-Discrimination and Privacy Laws in California
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series In just a short amount of time, California has instituted a number of sweeping updates to paid leave, captive audience rules, and day-to-day operations. Workplace privacy laws and anti-discrimination rules are...
Regulations Impacting Your Day-to-Day Operations in California in 2025
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series In 2025, a number of new laws are set to take effect in California. From whistleblower protection to prohibitions about captive audience meetings, California’s new rules will impact your company’s day-to-day...
Changes to California Wage and Hour Laws in 2025
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series With a new year rolling around, it is time for employers to read up on the latest employment law updates in California. Wage and hour laws are getting refreshed, with changes to California’s minimum wage....
The Benefits and Risks of Creating an S Corp
In the United States, there are four key types of business formations. Typically, businesses tend to be organized as corporations, sole proprietorships, limited liability companies (LLCs), or partnerships. However, there are also subtypes within each of these...
Unlock 2025 Strategic Success with Outsourced HR Compliance Services
As a small business owner, your workforce is the backbone of your strategic goals for 2025. Keeping employees motivated, aligned, and equipped to meet your objectives can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. By leveraging outsourced HR compliance...
Why Small Businesses Should Offer Health Benefits
Although small businesses that have less than 50 employees may not be required to offer health insurance, it is often a good idea. Worker satisfaction, retention rates, and productivity all increase when you provide health insurance benefits. In turn, these benefits...
How AI Can Support Job Postings
While it is unlikely that AI will end up supplanting human workers on a broad scale in the near future, it has the capacity to reshape day-to-day activities in workplaces throughout the world. Your HR department can save time and become more effective at reaching out...
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