Most Minnesota employers accurately pay their employees. However, some purposely withhold wages from their employees. These employers are committing wage theft.
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What’s the Deal With NJ Transit Benefits?
October 10, 2022If you’re an employer, chances are at least one of your employees has to commute to get to your business for work. And if your business is smack dab in the middle of a big city (e.g., New York City), those chances increase. According to one source, 76% of individuals drive themselves to work every […]
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ICHRA, Health Insurance Alternative for All Businesses
October 10, 2022The Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) lets employers reimburse employees for the cost of their health insurance coverage. An ICHRA is not considered a traditional group health insurance plan. Instead, employees can select their own health insurance plan either on or off the Health Insurance Marketplace.
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What California AB 5 Means for the Gig Economy and Beyond
October 10, 2022In 2018, California came up with the ABC test to determine whether an employer could classify a worker as an independent contractor. And in September 2019, the court approved the new California AB 5 (Assembly Bill No. 5) to push the ABC test’s effects into motion.
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Understanding the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and Its Benefits
October 6, 2022Have you hired a veteran? What about a SNAP recipient or ex-felon? If so, you may be eligible for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Get to know all-things WOTC, including what is a work opportunity tax credit, which businesses are eligible, and how to apply. What are you waiting for? Get reading!
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State Income Tax Exemption: Exempt or Not Exempt? That Is the Question
October 5, 2022Most of us would agree with the following statement: Employee wages are taxed federally and at the state level. But this isn’t always the case. Some employees can state income tax exemption.
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Do Employers Have to Offer Health Insurance?
October 4, 2022You probably know that offering employee benefits helps you hire and retain top talent. But did you know that 88% of employees consider health insurance benefits when choosing a job?
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Commission Employees and Overtime Rules
October 4, 2022To protect employee rights, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulates overtime. But, some employees are exempt from receiving overtime pay. If you offer commission pay to employees, you might be wondering if they are exempt from overtime. What are your responsibilities when it comes to commission employees and overtime?
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Can Employees Be Paid Quarterly?
October 4, 2022When you’re trying to decide how often to pay employees, you’ll realize there are several options. Common pay frequencies include weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly. But, you might be wondering if your employees can be paid quarterly.
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Can a Sole Proprietor Have Employees?
October 4, 2022Many people picture sole proprietorships as tiny, single-person businesses. The owner is tucked away in a little home office, working long, odd hours to keep their business going.
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