It’s time to modernize your employee handbook with this simple checklist

• December 21, 2020

If you haven't modernized your employee handbook - it's likely full out outdated policies that can cause confusion and legal problems down the road.

IRS releases 2021 withholding worksheets, tables and the W-4

• December 18, 2020

Learn what's new and what stayed the same on the IRS' 2021 W-4 form, along with what events may require employees to refile their W-4s.

Update: COVID legal considerations for employers

• December 17, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, employers have new legal considerations to make over paid leave, unemployment, vaccines, OSHA regulations, and more.

The 7 Best SOP Software Options

• December 16, 2020

Discover which SOP software options will help you streamline and optimize your business to improve productivity and more.

Employee and customer safety during COVID-19: Who’s getting it right?

• December 15, 2020

Lessons to learn from how Apple and Trader Joe's prioritized employee and customer safety while still running their business.

Are employees entitled to see their personnel files?

• December 11, 2020

If an employee or former employee asks to see their personnel file - your obligation to show them may vary by state law and company policy.

Engage new hires by telling your organization’s story

• December 09, 2020

Increase new hire retention and engagement by sharing your organization's story during onboarding to create a connection.

1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC. Which form should you use?

• December 07, 2020

1099-NEC replaced some functions of form 1099-MISC, but 1099-MISC isn't out. Understand the differences to avoid trouble when filing.

Establishing a remote employee code of conduct

• December 04, 2020

As remote work becomes more common, it’s essential that you have a remote employee code of conduct in place to address new challenges workers face.

You should be spending more time onboarding

• December 03, 2020

Many companies gloss over the onboarding process - and it has consequences. Improve employee retention, company profits, and more with better onboarding.

Do I have to file a 1099?

• December 02, 2020

Use simple criteria to determine if you have to file a 1099 for freelancers and independent contractors you worked with, while avoiding common mistakes.

Are you properly managing your hourly workers during COVID?

• December 01, 2020

With changing responsibilities and safety practices, managing hourly workers during the current COVID-19 pandemic requires careful planning and oversight.

Addressing employee social media misconduct

• November 24, 2020

Properly handle inappropriate employee social media use by knowing what speech is and isn't protected and what actions are legally available to you.

8 Common expense reimbursement mistakes to watch out for

• November 20, 2020

Save yourself a headache by avoiding these common expense reimbursement mistakes made by employers.

Understand ableism, unconscious bias, and microaggressions – or face the consequences

• November 17, 2020

Slights can come in many shapes and forms - but no matter how big or small, leaving them unaddressed can have significant legal consequences and performance impacts.

Workers’ rights in the age of COVID

• November 13, 2020

Learn how the pandemic has changed the conversation around worker’s rights and how the PRO act would make organizing frontline workers easier.

A spate of lawsuits aims to stop Trump’s H-1B visa restrictions

• November 12, 2020

Businesses have launched a litigation blitz to halt the Trump administration's crippling H-1B visa restrictions, claiming they harm US companies.

Workplace investigations: The do’s and don’ts of workplace law

• November 11, 2020

It’s critical that you take workplace investigations seriously. Learn the do’s and don’ts of conducting an investigation within your company.

9 crucial COVID additions to make to your handbooks

• November 10, 2020

COVID-19 has changed the workplace, and employee handbooks should reflect that. Learn what sections to update in your employee handbooks.

Biden’s victory could have major impacts on employers

• November 09, 2020

President-elect Joe Biden will overhaul the Department of Labor and federal agencies while pushing for legislation on the minimum wage, paid leave, healthcare, organized...