New Q&As on COVID-19 Workplace Laws
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New Q&As on COVID-19 Workplace Laws
DOL Releases More Q&As on Workplace Laws and COVID-19 Pandemic On July 20, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the agency’s publication of …
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COVID-19: DOL Helpful FFCRA Tool
DOL Launches Employee Tool for Assessing FFCRA Leave Eligibility The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has created an online tool to help workers determine whether …
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DOL Revises the Fluctuating Workweek Overtime Method
On May 20, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule that allows employers to pay bonuses or other incentive-based pay to …
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New Model COBRA Notice Released
Two New Model COBRA Notices Available from the Department of Labor The Department of Labor (DOL), through its Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA), has released …
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Ringing in a New W-4 Form for 2020!
Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the IRS has released a new W-4 Form for 2020 called the “Employee’s Withholding Certificate.” Learn more about the changes with the form.
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California’s New Worker Classification Law for January 2020
A new California state law, AB-5, becomes effective in January that clarifies if workers should be classified as employees or independent contractors. This classification will affect about 10% of the state’s workforce regarding wages and benefits.
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New DOL Overtime Law Ruling May Affect You
The new ruling, which goes into effect January 1, 2020, updates the earning thresholds that are required to exempt employees from overtime pay requirements.
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I-9 Alert: ICE Performs Largest Single-state Immigration Raid in U.S. History
Are your I-9s in Order? You are likely aware of the largest single-state immigration raid in history that was performed on August 7, in Mississippi. …
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Affordable Care Act News Update
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals recently heard arguments on a lower court’s ruling on the Affordable Care Act. Find out where the ACA currently stands and if your business needs to continue to comply with the law.
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ICHRA: New HRA Option Benefits Small to Medium Businesses
The ICHRA provides employers a way to offer health care benefits to employees that do not count toward their taxable wages. The option also provides smaller employers a way to offer insurance without the administrative burden of offering a traditional medical plan.
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The Legal Definition of a Joint Employer May Soon Change
The Department of Justice has proposed a new ruling affecting businesses who may be considered Joint Employers. Learn if your business may be affected.
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What is the Status of the Affordable Care Act?
The Affordable Care Act is being challenged in court. Are small to medium businesses still required to comply with the ACA? See the latest developments.
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The Shelby Report: Fed Proposes New Test To Clarify Definition Of Joint Employer
HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. If you’re involved in a franchise arrangement or use a …
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ALERT: EEOC Pay Data Report: Component 2 Data Now Required for 2017 & 2018
Original Component 2 Required Only Calendar Year 2018 On May 2, 2019, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that qualified employers must now submit …
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ALERT: U. S. Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on LGBT Workplace Discrimination
The US Supreme Court will hear arguments in late 2019 on whether Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 currently covers workplace discrimination based on LGBT identity. Learn what this may mean for employers.
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Everything You Need to Know About the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
The WOTC is a tax credit incentive offered by the government to incent employers to provide jobs to certain target groups, including U.S. Veterans.
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Proposed Overtime Ruling: What Business Owners Need to Know
The U. S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new ruling last month that affects whether employees are deemed eligible for overtime or not. The …
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ALERT: EEOC Pay Data Report: Controversy & Due Dates
First EEO-1 Form Due Date Approaching Qualified employers must submit 2018 information for “Component 1” of the EEO-1 Survey by May 31, 2019 on the …
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State Minimum Wage Updates for 2019
Stay Compliant with Mandatory Labor Law Poster Updates Many states will adjust their minimum wage annually in an effort to keep pace with the increasing …
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The Shelby Report: 3 Key Federal Labor Laws For 2019 Highlighted
HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Grocers across the nation have many state and federal laws …
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U. S. Department of Labor Proposes New Federal Overtime Rule
Pending Regulation Would Make More Americans Eligible for Overtime Pay After months of speculation, the U. S. DOL has proposed an increase of the threshold …
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The Shelby Report: Feds Step Up I-9 Audits – Be Ready
HR & Benefits News: Feds Step Up I-9 Audits – Be Ready Editor’s note: HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, …
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E-Verify Rules and Responsibilities
There are strict rules about how and when to use E-Verify, the federal web-based program that confirms the eligibility of employees to work in the US.
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IRS.GOV: Tax Credit Can Help Employers Hiring New Workers; Key Certification Requirement Applies
IR-2018-113, May 4, 2018 WASHINGTON — With many businesses facing a tight job market, the Internal Revenue Service reminds employers to check out a valuable …
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IRS Releases Updated 2018 Form W-4
The IRS has issued the updated 2018 Form W-4. The IRS previously stated that taxpayers can continue to use the old 2017 Form W-4 for 30 …
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What Does the Elimination of the Individual Mandate Penalty Mean for Employers?
Currently, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires individuals to be covered under a health plan that provides at least Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC). This is …
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IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rates for 2018
The IRS has released a small increase in the standard mileage rates for business use, driving for medical reasons, and moving purposes.
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President Signs Executive Order in Attempt to Weaken Affordable Care Act
The President signed an Executive Order with the intent to bring sweeping changes to the health insurance industry. The Executive Order focuses on three primary areas: Expanding …
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The Shelby Report: Employee Retention Credit Available for Storm-Affected Businesses
MyHRConcierge Co-Founder Chris Cooley was recently quoted for an article regarding the Employee Retention Credit Available For Storm-Affected Businesses.
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Ninth Circuit Court Nixes Background Check Liability Waivers
The Ninth Circuit Court has ruled liability waivers on an employee’s background check Disclosure and Authorization forms a violation of the FCRA. Is your Disclosure and Authorization form out of compliance?
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New Employer Credit for Hurricane Affected Areas
Employers who are victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria may qualify for a new tax credit that pays for retaining employees while inoperable.
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