Now What? My Employee is COVID-19 Positive.

Responding to an Employee’s Positive Coronavirus Test As the number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases grows daily, employers across the country are dealing with …

COVID-19 Response: Coronavirus Stimulus Direct Payment Questions

Common questions about direct payment from the COVID-19 stimulus bill. The $2 trillion stimulus bill intended to help offset the financial burdens created by coronavirus …

Criteria to Determine Exemption to COVID-19 Bill

What Criteria Determine If I am Exempt from the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act? One of …

Unwrapping The COVID-19 Stimulus Package

$2 Trillion Stimulus Package Moving Forward as COVID-19 Concern Builds The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put a major strain on every aspect of daily life …

INTERVIEW: COVID Questions Part 2

Part two of a few more questions around the topic of the Emergency Paid Sick Leave portion of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. InterviewCOVIDPart2EmployerQ&AEmergencyPaidSickLeaveAct_1 …

5 Tips for Employers Facing COVID-19 Concerns

Guidance For Employers During the COVID-19 Pandemic We know this is a stressful time, as employers struggle to understand their responsibilities in relation to the …

COVID-19 Additional Webinar on What Employers Should Know

Another Webinar For You Presentation by MyHRConcierge’s Chris Cooley, for Benefitmall. BenefitMall is a national provider of employee benefits, payroll, HR and employer services.   …

March 25 -Congress Agrees to $2 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill

On Wednesday, March 25, 2020—after days of debate—Congress agreed to a $2 trillion economic rescue package designed to provide financial assistance to Americans and their …

COVID-19: DOL Updated Poster Released

Download the updated employee rights poster for paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave under the FFCRA. The DOL requires employers to display official DOL posters where employees can readily observe them.

I-9 Flexibility as COVID-19 response

On March 20, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it will defer the physical presence requirements when reviewing an employee’s documents related to the Form I-9. What should you do?

WEBINAR Recorded – COVID-19 Response: What employees need to know

Recording of the March 24 Webinar COVID-19 Response: What employees need to know about the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act & The Emergency Paid Leave …

FREE WEBINAR: What Employers Need To Know About The Act – March 24, 2:00 p.m.

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COVID-19 Cyber Risks Caused by Telecommuting

Given the implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, countless employees across a variety of industries are working remotely. While this allows businesses to remain operational, it can create a number of risks, particularly for those who fail to take the proper precautions.

Why HR Is Essential During A Crisis Like COVID-19

HR professionals are more important than ever during a crisis! We know that in a normal working routine absent of COVID-19 response, Human Resources (HR) …

INTERVIEW: The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act

Questions explained to employers regarding the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act portion of the new bill recently passed by Congress in response to COVID-19  

Tell Me More – COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act

Emergency Paid Sick Leave within the Families First Coronavirus Response Act    Know The Facts! A Helpful Q & A As part of the “Families …

AN INTERVIEW: COVID-19 Questions from the Employer

MyHRConcierge’s co-founder Chris Cooley answers FAQ in detail for employers regarding COVID-19 and the effect within the workplace.

Tell Me More – COVID-19 Emergency Family and Medical Leave Act

Emergency Family and Medical Leave Act Know The Facts! A Helpful Q & A As part of the “Families First Coronavirus Response Act”, the “Emergency …

March 19 UPDATE – President Trump Signs Bill!

President Trump Signs the Families First Coronavirus Act  Effective April 2, 2020

COVID-19 Layoffs? Beware of WARN Act

Employers should heed compliance WARN Act will be important during COVID-19 fallout As the COVID-19 quarantines continue, many companies are struggling and will be forced …

March 18 UPDATE – Senate Approves Coronavirus Relief Bill

A Guide To The “Work From Home” Transition

Telecommuting/working from home is new for many. As more and more employees work from home for the first time, We have provided a helpful guide …

A Coronavirus Reality: Furloughs

Employer COVID-19 Concerns A Coronavirus Reality: Furloughs With the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic literally “hitting home,” a number of employers are considering , or …

VIDEO RESOURCE: 10 ways to manage COVID-19 illness

A video resource for handling COVID-19 illness and symptoms at home. HandlingCOVID-19at home_1-mediashare

Work From Home | Telecommuting Authorization Form Sample

Telecommuting Authorization Form A sample form for you to use as a guideline for employees as they navigate telecommuting in response to the COVID-19 crisis. …

March 17 UPDATE- Families First Coronavirus Response Act

During COVID-19 response, consistent inter-office communication can be key.

Dear Employee, As an employer we know you all want to be sure to maintain a cohesive and unified message during this time. So what …

Sick Leave Policy in the Wake of COVID-19

Do you know your company’s sick leave policy? Because of the nature of this widespread health scare, it is important for employers to identify whether their state or local paid-sick-leave laws cover situations where employees are directed to stay home due to their own illness, concerns they may become ill, a relative’s illness, or school or business closings.

HR Can Help With Workplace Change

Helping Employees Embrace Workplace Change Workplace changes are common across all organizations. Although some employees may embrace various changes to company systems or procedures, most …

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 …

The Coronavirus challenges workplace wellness.

How can a virus or global health emergency affect your HR protocol? In this article there are a few great things to consider in HR in regard to any virus, or health scare such as the Coronavirus. MyHRConcierge cares about your workplace wellness.

Alert: New I-9 Form for Employers in 2020!

Did you konw there is a new I-9 ? Get the most current information on transitioning to the new I-9 as well as information on the I-9 itsef.

Smart Hiring Means Less Turnover

Making the smart hire makes sense Hiring the right employee is a challenge in any small to medium size business. Hiring has never been easy, …

MyHRScreens™ Proves That Background Checks Make a Difference

MyHRScreens Press Release January 2020.

5 Employee Wellness Trends to Watch in 2020

Keep your employees happy, healthy, and satisfied in 2020 by keeping up on the latest trends for human resources Workplace Wellness programs.

MyHRConcierge® Launches MyHIRE – a Smarter Way to Hire and Track Employees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   January 15, 2020   Ridgeland, MS— January 15, 2020 —MyHRConcierge will start 2020 by launching a new product called MyHIRE. This …

Cadillac Tax and Other Key ACA Taxes Repealed

On Dec. 20, 2019, President Trump signed into law a spending bill that prevents a government shutdown and repeals the following three taxes and fees …

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.

Employer Must Do’s for 2020 ACA Reporting

Are you up to date on the latest requirements for ACA (Affordable Care Act) Reporting? Stay compliant by learning about your responsibilities as an employer and taking next steps.

Advice for Independent Businesses: Hiring, Onboarding, and Tax Credits

In our free hiring webinar, MyHRConcierge discusses human resources compliance, tax incentives, and the do’s and don’ts of hiring and onboarding.

Holiday HR to Ring in the Season

Holidays in the office can be challenging. Implement smart HR and create an all inclusive feeling with diversity in your office celebration.

Invest in a Creative Employee Handbook

Learn why you should invest in a custom Employee Handbook for your business, the Pros and Cons of Employee Handbooks, and tips on writing yours.

Protection from Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Training is the best defense –The topic of sexual harassment is on the rise. Sexual harassment in the workplace can have a toxic effect on …

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.

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.

Suicide Hurts. Make Mental Health an HR Priority

September is Suicide Awareness month — bringing attention to those struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. How does suicide impact our workplaces?

To CBD or not to CBD at work…that is the question.

With the current conflict between state, federal, and municipal laws governing CBD Oil and Marijuana, it’s more important than ever to stay abreast of current updates on this ever-changing topic.

UPDATE: California SB 778 Deadline Extended

The deadline for employee sexual harassment training mandated by the State of California’s SB 778 has been extended. Plan now to educate your employees by the new deadline by using MyHRConcierge’s HRCompli E-Learn service.

ACA Forms: Does Your Small Group Have to File ACA Forms?

Does your small business need to file ACA Forms 1094 and 1095? It depends on the kind of insurance you offer your employees.

Times are changing. Creating a modern mentality at work.

Start Creating a Modern Workplace Today. Getting inspired by the big industry leaders In late June, John Yerger, my business partner, and I attended  what …

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. …

The Shelby Report: Start Creating a Modern Workplace Today

Get Inspired in the Modern Workplace By Big Ideas Have you wondered what the modern workplace forecast might be like for the future?  In late …

EEOC Deadline approaching September 30,2019!

EEOC Component 2 Deadline Approaches on September 30, 2019! On July 1st, 2019, the EEOC sent a letter by USPS notifying companies of the immediate …

It Makes Sense for Your Business to Outsource HR

Outsourcing HR needs is a smart answer for the new and more complex workplace Let’s face it, the workplace has changed. It’s our job as …

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.

Turner Announced as MyHRConcierge’s New Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy

Experience and Tenure Come Together to Strengthen the Experience of This New Director of Marketing. UNITED STATES, July 9, 2019 /EINPresswire.com/ — Ridgeland, MS—MyHRConcierge is proud …

HR Basics to Avoid Labor Woes

HR basics help avoid employee turnover & avoid costly penalties It may be tempting to gloss over the importance of HR basics such as hiring …

Teach Cybersecurity sooner than later

Cybersecurity Teaches us to be Wary of Cyber Crime Small to medium-sized businesses are a cybersecurity target   Cybersecurity is becoming a priority. Villains prey …

The Shelby Report: Cybersecurity Combats Cyber Crime

Cybersecurity Tools can Arm Employees to Combat Cyber Villains Workers vital to curb steep cost of cybersecurity breaches No grocer – small or large – …

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.

ALERT: MyHRConcierge Partners with FMS Solutions for the 2019 FMS Compensation and Benefits Survey

MyHRConcierge has partnered with FMS Solutions in the 2019 Compensation and Benefits Survey. Grocers need to stay up to date and compliant with today’s complex labor laws. The 2019 Compensation and Benefits Survey summarizes operational findings for 156 food retailing companies and more than 5,000 stores. This survey offers a detailed look at pay ranges and provided benefits.

ALERT: HSA Contribution Limits Set for 2020

The IRS announced the annual limits on deductions for contributions to HSAs allowed to taxpayers in High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) for 2020.

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.

8 Steps to Properly Terminate an Employee for a Policy Violation

Make sure you are compliant in your employee terminations and protect your business from costly litigation. Follow a prudent plan prior to terminating an employee. …

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.

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 …

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 …

The Shelby Report: Ask 3 Questions Before Letting an Employee Go

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Making the decision to let an employee go can be …

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.

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.

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 …

Steps for Dismissing an Employee

No one looks forward to having to let an employee go. But, when it becomes clear that it is time to dismiss an underperforming or contentious employee, it is best to have a plan in place that protects business owners from discrimination or wrongful termination lawsuits.

FBG Partners with MyHRConcierge to Offer HR Services

MyHRC has partnered with FBG Partners to offer expert financial services, payroll processing services, tax management, and cloud-based time attendance solutions.

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 …

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 …

ALERT: ACA Remains in Effect Despite Justice Department Announcement

DoJ Support of Federal Judge’s Ruling Leaves ACA Requirements Unchanged Despite the March 25th announcement that the U.S. Department of Justice is upholding a Texas …

The 18th Annual IPPA Sales & Marketing Conference

We missed everyone at the IPPA Sales & Marketing Conference in Las Vegas! We tried like heck to get there. But, the “bomb cyclone” in …

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 …

MyHRConcierge Celebrates 10th Anniversary in HR Industry

Credits Milestone to Commitment to Personalized Customer Service Ridgeland, Mississippi (03/13/2019) – MyHRConcierge (MyHRC) announced its 10th anniversary as a leader in human resources compliance …

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 …

Execupay Partners with MyHRConcierge to Offer HR Services

Adds Additional HR Support Offering to Empower Client Efficiency San Antonio, TX and Ridgeland, MS (02/22/2019) – Execupay, Inc., a trusted leader in payroll and …

Labor Law Poster Updates in January through March 2019

Stay Compliant with Mandatory Labor Law Poster Updates Many states have issued mandatory Labor Law Poster updates between September 2018 and March 2019. If you …

ALERT: ACA Reporting Deadlines Approaching

Form 1095-C Due to Employees by March 4 All Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) must comply with 2018 Affordable Care Act (ACA) filing requirements according to …

The Shelby Report: Five Employee Handbook Tips To Give Grocers The Advantage

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Our company recently performed an HR survey, and 25 percent …

MyHRConcierge Partners with UNFI

Adds HR Compliance Offering to Ease Burden for Independent Grocers MyHRConcierge (MyHRC), a leader in human resources management and administration services in the independent grocery …

MyHRConcierge Announces New Website Launch

Redesign Improves Access to Industry News and HR Solutions RIDGELAND, Miss (02/06/2019) – MyHRConcierge (MyHRC), a leader in human resources compliance and administration services, announced …

HRCompli E-Learn LMS Offers HR Compliance Training for Supervisors and Employees

HRCompli E-Learn is the new online Learning Management System (LMS) from MyHRConcierge that facilitates Human Resources and Safety training for employees and managers through professionally-produced …

The Shelby Report: 2019 HR Compliance Checklist

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. As we begin a new year in 2019 and approach …

The Shelby Report: Top 2 HR Compliance Questions From Independent Grocers

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Independent grocers are all too familiar with the challenges they …

WEBINAR: Answers to your Compliance Questions

On December 13, 2018, MyHRConcierge held a webinar with BenefitMall to provide practical answers to many of the most common Human Resource questions ensuring you’re …

The Shelby Report: Occupational Fraud Translates to Big Losses for Small Businesses

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. According to the 2018 Global Study on Occupational Fraud and …

The Right Time and Attendance Solution: Like Drinking Hot Chocolate in the Office

By DeAnna Martindale, Director of Sales and Operations, Time Rack You don’t have to be a retailer to feel a little stress around staffing levels …

The Shelby Report: Workplace Bullying and the Potential Costs

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Most of us experienced or witnessed bullying on the …

MyHRConcierge Hires Jennifer Tomlinson as Marketing Director

New Marketing Leader Brings B2B Marketing Experience, Broader Work Perspective to Role RIDGELAND, Miss. (10/04/18) – MyHRConcierge (MyHRC), a leader in human resources and workforce …

MyHRConcierge Spotlights Program for Independent Payroll Providers

Quickly maximize timely deliverables for real-time schemas. Dramatically maintain clicks-and-mortar solutions without functional solutions.

Labor Law Poster Updates in August & September 2018

Order Updated, Compliant Federal and State Labor Law Posters Below is a chart outlining the labor law poster updates for August and September 2018. If …

The Shelby Report: Avoid HR Headaches When Acquiring & Merging Stores

HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Many independent grocers we’ve spoken with have either recently …

Webinar: Avoid 4 Common COBRA Pitfalls

Watch our COBRA Compliance webinar that provides insight into 4 common mistakes business owners make when administering COBRA benefits.

State Law Updates – July 2018

As part of our effort to keep you abreast of changes in state laws, we have outlined below certain law changes that were noted in …

Labor Law Poster Updates in June and July 2018

Below is a chart outlining the labor law poster updates for June and July 2018. If you have a need to update your labor poster, …