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...
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...
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...
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), there are specific requirements for minimum wages and overtime. As an employer, you must pay tipped workers a minimum wage. Because of the nature of tips, you also have special obligations when it comes to recordkeeping. If you...
In 2025 employee retention is a top priority for companies seeking to reduce turnover costs and maintain a productive workforce. But what’s the secret to keeping employees engaged and committed? According to numerous surveys, 90% of employees say the key to staying with their current...
As a small business, you end up competing against major corporations for top talent. Unfortunately, large companies can often pay higher wages and provide more benefits than startups. However, there are a few benefits you can afford to offer that won’t break the bank. Thanks to...
When your business reaches 15 to 50 employees, you have to be strategic about competing against other organizations for workers. While you may not be able to afford high-end pay, there are still many different benefits you can use to attract workers to your company....
Question: An employee worked unauthorized overtime. Do we have to pay them time and a half for these hours? Answer: Yes. Any overtime worked by nonexempt employees must be compensated, regardless of whether the overtime was authorized. We recommend communicating with the employee about work...
Becoming an S corp provides you with added liability protection and advantageous tax benefits. However, these advantages come with certain requirements. Besides compliance rules about domestic ownership and share maximums, you must also make sure to pay yourself a salary. To make paying a salary...
As a small business owner, it’s essential to stay up to date on changes to HR laws. Depending on what state you run your business in, your payroll may need to adjust for a minimum wage hike in 2025. Additionally, many municipalities have specific minimum...