Hey Compliance Warriors! The U.S. Department of Labor today announced that it has ended the Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program, effective immediately. PAID, launched by the Department’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) in 2018, allowed employers to self-report minimum wage and overtime violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) without facing litigation, penalties or […]
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Employment Law Blogs, HR News, payroll law
Common errors to avoid when filing for advance payment of employer credits
Hey Compliance Warriors! Employers who are filing Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19 should read the instructions carefully and take their time when completing this form to avoid mistakes. Using a reputable tax preparer – including certified public accountants, enrolled agents or other knowledgeable tax professionals – can also help avoid errors. Mistakes can […]
Employment Law Blogs, HR News, payroll law
Covid-Caused Furloughs, Layoffs, Pay Reductions. What Should Employers Do?
Hey Compliance Warriors! The debate on what to do with our employees has been going on for quite a while now, and it can be a difficult decision to make. To that end, this article makes some very helpful points that employers need to consider when thinking about laying people off, etc. Read on… Article […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! In the current work world, employers are faced with a strange new challenge. Because of working from home – AKA remote working – there is a chance that the rates at which an employee should be taxed would change. Read on… Article Via: saltsavvy.com Many employees are now telecommuting due to the […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! This article is a friendly reminder to document all your employee’s hours worked, as well as making sure they get paid on time! And if you have any minors working for the business, make sure you’ve brushed up on all of your states labor laws regarding how many hours they’re allowed to […]
California, Human Resources, Payroll
California’s New Overtime Rules Will Most Likely Cause Payroll Problems
Hey Compliance Warriors! California recently ruled on new overtime bonus rules. However, this may cause problems for payroll going forward. Read on…
How about a PAID leave policy for time off due to domestic violence issues? Most employers will answer NO! But, in Oregon both are mandatory as per this new law. Read the following article and think about how you will handle this type of legislation when it comes to your state. Enjoy! Lisa