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MyHRC Responds to COVID-19 | A Special Letter to Our Partners and Clients.
In the wake of COVID-19, we will keep the Human in HR. We are especially sensitive to HR challenges as well as the employer’s role in this fast-changing situation. We have created special and specific content around this crisis for your information, which can be found in a special COVID-19 category in MyHRBuzz.
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COBRA | Jul 09, 2018
MyHRConcierge Offers COBRA Compliance Service for Payroll Providers and Brokers
MyHRConcierge has announced the rollout of COBRACompli, a next-level COBRA compliance service that independent payroll providers and brokers can deliver to their small to medium business clients across the U.S.
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COBRA | Jul 09, 2018
MyHRC Offers COBRA Compliance Service for Monthly Fee
MyHRConcierge is launching COBRACompli, a monthly subscription service that makes it more affordable for business owners to effectively handle complex compliance and administration details required by Federal COBRA laws.
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State Law Updates | Jul 09, 2018
State Law Updates – June 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 …
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IRS Updates | Jun 18, 2018
PCORI Fee Deadline Nears
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee was created to help fund research that provides patients, caregivers, employers and policy makers information to make more …
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Federal Law Updates | Jun 15, 2018
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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State Law Updates | Jun 07, 2018
State Law Updates – May 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 …
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Federal Law Updates | May 21, 2018
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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Federal Law Updates | May 21, 2018
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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Affordable Care Act | May 17, 2018
The Shelby Report: Believing ACA Rumors Can Be Costly
Believing rumors about The Affordable Care Act can be costly for grocers. For example, many companies mistakenly believed that ACA wouldn’t be enforced, but the IRS has recently started sending out penalty letters for the 2015 tax year. We have heard of penalties ranging from $40,000 to upwards of $2 million.
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Events | Apr 17, 2018
MyHRConcierge is Key Sponsor for The Payroll Group Annual Conference
Demonstrates Commitment to Independent Payroll Providers and Their SMB Customers Ridgeland, Mississippi (4/18/18) – MyHRConcierge (MHRC) has joined The Payroll Group (TPG) as associate member and is serving as …
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COBRA | Apr 10, 2018
3 Common COBRA Errors to Avoid: The Shelby Report
COBRA errors can cost employers at least $300 a day if not properly administered. See 3 common COBRA errors employers make and how to avoid them.
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Employee Benefits | Mar 15, 2018
The Shelby Report: Stop Rolling the Dice with Employee Health Benefits
Editor’s note: HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Independents face so many conflicting choices about employee …
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The Shelby Report | Mar 02, 2018
The Shelby Report: Cooley to Talk Balancing Benefits, Employee Retention at NGA Show
Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors and author of The Shelby Report’s HR & Benefits News column, will present a working session called “Stop Rolling the Dice …
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The Shelby Report | Mar 02, 2018
The Shelby Report: Myth Busters – Avoid Risky Employment Practices
We hear three common myths about employment regulations as we work with independent grocers. Believing these myths could sink a small to medium-sized business. This …
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IRS Updates | Mar 02, 2018
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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| Feb 07, 2018
MyHRConcierge is Gold Sponsor of IPPA Conference
Affirms Commitment to Independent Payroll Providers and Their SMB Customers MyHRConcierge is serving as a gold sponsor for the 2018 Independent Payroll Provider Association (IPPA) …
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Events | Feb 02, 2018
Grocers Face Tough Tradeoffs with Employee Health Benefits
Workshop Helps Independent Grocers Attract Workers and Profits “Stop Rolling the Dice with Employee Health Benefits,” a working session, will focus on helping independent grocers …
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The Shelby Report | Jan 26, 2018
The Shelby Report: ACA Non-Compliance Not Worth the Risk
Editor’s note: HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. The Employer Shared Responsibility Provision of the Affordable …
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Alerts | Jan 26, 2018
2018 Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate (W4) Not Yet Released
As of the date of this posting, the 2018 Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate (W4) has not yet been released. A draft of the proposed form …
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Alerts | Jan 26, 2018
IRS Releases New Withholding Tables
On January 11, the Internal Revenue Service released the updated income-tax withholding tables for 2018. These tables are adjusted to take into account the changes included in …
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Affordable Care Act | Dec 22, 2017
ALERT: ACA Reporting Deadline Extended
The IRS has extended the ACA Reporting deadline for forms 1095-B and 1095-C until March 2nd, 2018. Other due dates remain the same.
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Federal Law Updates | Dec 18, 2017
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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The Shelby Report | Dec 18, 2017
The Shelby Report: Avoid Sexual Harassment Policy Hazards
Editor’s note: HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Stories of accused sexual harassers like Harvey Weinstein, …
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Federal Law Updates | Dec 15, 2017
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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Our Thoughts | Dec 15, 2017
Avoid Sexual Harassment Policy Hazards
Stories of accused sexual harassers like Harvey Weinstein, Charlie Rose, Bill O’Reilly, Matt Lauer, and others appear daily in the media. More than ever before, …
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Labor Law Posters | Dec 15, 2017
2018 Labor Law Poster Mandatory Updates
Learn about the mandatory updates to 2018 Labor Law Posters for employers. MyHRConcierge provides labor law posters that keep businesses compliant.
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The Shelby Report | Nov 20, 2017
The Shelby Report: Current Employee Handbook – A Must for Grocers
Editor’s note: HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Myth: Independent grocers really don’t need employee handbooks…no one …
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Webinars | Nov 16, 2017
Webinar: Boost Revenues with More Engaged Employees
Learn How to Better Engage Your Workforce Boosting employee engagement starts with a formal plan that links job requirements to the hiring and evaluation process. …
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Affordable Care Act | Nov 10, 2017
Enforcement of ACA Reporting Continues to Increase
On October 13, 2017, the IRS stated it will not accept electronically filed tax returns for tax year 2017 filed in 2018 where the taxpayer does …
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Our Thoughts | Nov 09, 2017
Can Employers Hold Employees Responsible for Off-Duty Social Media Posts?
Many times employees believe their social media posts are protected by the First Amendment. However, this is not the case.
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Affordable Care Act | Nov 06, 2017
IRS Begins Notifying Employers of 2015 Employer Mandate Penalties
According to the IRS website, the IRS anticipates notifying Applicable Large Employers (ALE), or employers that met the threshold of having to comply with the …
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The Shelby Report | Oct 16, 2017
The Shelby Report: Lower Costs with Annual Benefits Plan Review
With an Annual Benefits Plan Review, employers can make sure they are offering benefits their employees want and identify areas to lower costs.
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Affordable Care Act | Oct 12, 2017
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 | Oct 11, 2017
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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Federal Law Updates | Oct 09, 2017
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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Federal Law Updates | Oct 09, 2017
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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