Some businesses need on-call employees. But if you require employees to be available when they’re not working, should you pay them? Whether or not you must provide on-call pay depends on a few factors.
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Not Knowing Legal vs. Illegal Payroll Deductions Can Cost You Big Time
August 22, 2022Part of being an employer means running payroll. And chances are, you probably have to deal with a few types of payroll deductions, like 401(k) or health insurance, when paying employees. But, what happens when you have to deal with a deduction that you don’t have consent for, like a correction for a payroll error? […]
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What Is the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)?
August 19, 2022Thanks to political campaigns and debates on immigration, you might have heard of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The Act is a big topic that politicians keep coming back to. But, what is the IRCA, and what does it mean for your business? Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) Definition The IRCA was […]
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The Return of the Social Security No-match Letter: What You Need to Know
May 19, 2022Verifying your employees are authorized to work in the United States is one step of the new hire paperwork process. You must gather your employees’ names and Social Security numbers (SSNs) so you can fill out essential documents like payroll reports. But if an employee’s SSN and name don’t match the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) […]
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Have Remote Employees? Get to Know the Requirements for Electronic Labor Law Posters
April 20, 2022Being an employer means following labor laws to a T. And when you’re required to follow said laws, you need to display state and federal labor law posters in your workplace so employees know their rights. But, what do you do if you have remote employees and nowhere to physically hang posters? Cue electronic labor […]
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7 Workplace Laws You Can’t Afford to Let Slip Your Mind
April 13, 2022Becoming an employer is an exciting time. But, it also comes with a ton of responsibilities, including running payroll, withholding taxes from employee wages, and following oh-so-important workplace laws. But, which workplace and labor laws do your business need to follow?
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Am I an Applicable Large Employer? Get the Answer With This Guide
February 9, 2022When you’re an applicable large employer, you have to follow specific rules. But, how do you know if you’re an applicable large employer? And, which regulations do you have to follow? Welcome to your ultimate applicable large employer guide.
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Employee Break Laws on Rest and Meal Periods [Federal & State]
January 17, 2022We all need to rest and eat, including your employees. But, do you need to compensate employees for the time they spend resting and eating (aka are breaks required by law to be paid?). To answer this all-important question, you need to know employee break laws.
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What You Need to Know About the USERRA Military Leave Policy
July 28, 2021When hiring, you may bring in a new employee who is a member of the military. Some employees may be currently enlisted or in the reserves when you hire them. Or, employees may enlist while working for your company. And if an employee needs to take time off for their military service, you must follow […]
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