No matter how many employees you have on staff, your organization needs to follow all federal laws. Unfortunately, each state/locality has its own requirements; therefore, you should know what is required of your organization to ensure you keep proper payroll records. What Are The Federal Laws Governing...
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service issued a series of guidelines to speed taxpayer refunds and avoid errors on their federal tax returns. Collect all tax-related paperwork Taxpayers should gather all documents including W-2s, 1099s and other information returns, as well as any supporting paperwork for tax deductions...
Question: What is an exit interview? Answer: An exit interview is a conversation with a departing employee about their time at the company and the reason for their departure. It’s completely optional, but we recommend them as a way to learn about workplace issues you may...
If you missed a quarterly estimated tax payment, here are some steps you can take: Make the Payment as Soon as Possible: Even if it’s late, making it as soon as possible will help reduce any potential penalties and interest. The IRS may charge a penalty for...
With a wage-and-hour audit, you can ensure your company is in legal compliance. During a full wage-and-hour audit, you’ll look at your company’s employee classifications, overtime pay, minimum wage, and compliance history. While the U.S. Department of Labor handles external wage-and-hour audits, it’s a good...
Businesses must pay its staff for training courses (counting the hours toward overtime calculations) UNLESS the following are all true: Outside normal work hours. Completely voluntary. Not directly job-related. No productive work performed. If the class is to develop the employee for his or her...
With the tax filing deadline just around the corner, it’s important to make sure your return is accurate and submitted on time. Here are some helpful tax tips to guide you through the process: Tip #1: File Electronically - The IRS e-file system is available to all...
On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released an updated Form I-9. However, employers can continue using the previous versions of the form. The Updates The new Form I-9 has the following changes: The term “noncitizen” was replaced with “alien” The term...
Question: As a faith-based ministry, do we really need harassment prevention training? Answer: Some ministries may think, “That would never happen here.” But the reality is, harassment can happen anywhere, and prevention is crucial. In many states, harassment prevention training is not just recommended, it’s legally...
Here are six key reasons why you need to automate your labor tracking methods: The government (DOL) requires it. You may get audited by the IRS. Ensures you pay correct wages, as well as accurate overtime. Keeps track of PTO days. Helps avoid violations of...