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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 June 2018 that might be of interest. The list below is not a complete list of all state law changes. Therefore, we recommend you discuss any specific issues your company may […]

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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 informed health decisions. The fee is effective for 2012-2019. The PCORI fee is the responsibility of the insurer. The insurer must file the IRS Form 720 and pay the fee […]

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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, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. It’s The Law “All U.S. Employers must ensure proper completion of Form I-9 for each individual they hire for employment in the United States. This includes citizens and […]

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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 May 2018 that might be of interest. The list below is not a complete list of all state law changes. Therefore, we recommend you discuss any specific issues your company […]

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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 tax credit available to them for hiring long-term unemployment recipients and other categories of workers with employment barriers. During National Small Business Week — April 29 to May 5 — […]

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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 a key sponsor for the 2018 TPG Annual Conference being held May 2- 4 in Hollywood, CA. MyHRConcierge will showcase its Independent Payroll Provider Partner Program during the 3-day TPG […]

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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 health benefits. It’s crucial to control escalating benefits expense, but if you reduce benefits or cut hours, you risk losing workers, customers and profits. There’s a better way, and I […]

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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 with Employee Health Benefits,” on Feb. 11 at the NGA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The session, one of four taking place at the show, will focus on helping independent grocers attract and […]

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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 “myth busters” chart can help independents recognize and avoid employment practices that put them at significant financial risk. Read more at: HR & Benefits News: Myth Busters—Avoid Risky Employment Practices

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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 days after the new form was issued.  The new Form W-4 was designed to take into account the changes made by the new tax law passed in late 2017. Some […]

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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) Sales & Marketing Conference being held February 19-21 in Las Vegas. The company will showcase its Independent Payroll Provider Partner Program during the 3-day IPPA conference. “Many independent payroll providers […]

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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 attract and keep valuable workers while improving profitability. This is one of 4 FMS Financial Symposium sessions on Sunday, February 11, 2018 during the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show in […]

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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 Care Act (ACA) penalizes employers who either do not offer (healthcare) coverage or do not offer coverage which meets minimum value and affordability standards. These penalties apply to firms with […]

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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 the tax reform law.  Employers should begin utilizing these withholding tables as soon as possible. However, they must begin being used no later than February 15, 2018. The Internal Revenue […]

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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, Charlie Rose, Bill O’Reilly, Matt Lauer and others appear daily in the media. More than ever before, grocers are at risk if they don’t have the right sexual harassment policies […]

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Harassment | Dec 15, 2017

Avoid Sexual Harassment Policy Hazards

Updated August 7, 2023 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, employers are at risk if they don’t have a compliant sexual harassment policy and related procedures in place. Sexual Harassment Costs Sexual harassment can cost employers […]

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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 reads them anyway. Reality: An employee handbook can help protect grocers who face lawsuits or discrimination charges if it’s up-to-date and well-written. Grocers of all sizes need a current employee handbook. If you […]

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Affordable Care Act | Nov 10, 2017

Enforcement of ACA Reporting Continues to Increase

Meet ACA Compliance Requirements for the 2017 Tax Year 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 not address the health coverage requirements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). In addition, returns filed on paper that do not […]

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