2024-04-24 14:55
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2024-04-19 20:08
Noncompete contracts (or clauses) are used to reduce competition by prohibiting former employees, and sometimes contractors and consultants, from (a) taking competing jobs after leaving your… Read More
2024-04-16 06:23
A recent Cengage Group survey reported that 41% of respondents would prefer to get a certificate that would instantly qualify them for an in-demand job rather than obtain a college degree. T… Read More
2024-03-26 00:03
Evaluating biases, training managers and surveying employees could reduce ageism and create a more civil workplace
Women have historically faced higher rates of ageism and incivility when… Read More
2024-03-08 19:16
Employees can use a pay stub to confirm what was withheld from their gross pay so they can understand how the final net pay amount was arrived at. While no federal law requires pay stubs, mo… Read More
2024-02-23 20:17
The Department of Labor’s final rule for employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act rescinds the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule, replacing i… Read More
2024-02-23 19:23
The calculation of full-time equivalent (FTE) is an employee’s scheduled hours divided by the employer’s hours for a full-time workweek. When an employer has a 40-hour workweek… Read More
2024-02-13 18:01
401 (k) Plan Limits
Defined Contribution Plans20242023ChangeMaximum employee elective deferral (age 49 or younger) 1$23,000$22,500+$500Employee catch-up contribution (age 5… Read More
2024-02-13 17:37
Automatic IRA Act is introduced in Congress
A new bill aims to expand retirement security for millions of U.S. workers by requiring employers that have more than 10 workers but do not off… Read More
2024-02-13 17:28
Usually, serious crises pose threats and embody an element of some surprise stemming from unique or unanticipated events. Although the probability of occurrence may be rare, the resulting im… Read More
2024-01-26 16:08
The Department of Labor’s final rule for employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act rescinds the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule, replacing i… Read More
2024-01-09 14:48
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released a final rule Jan. 9 that changes the criteria for classifying independent contractors.
The final rule largely mirrors the DOL’s… Read More
2023-12-13 04:04
Bullying behavior remains rampant online and in the workplace. U.S. surveys show that about 48.6 million workers, or roughly 30% of the workforce, are bullied at their jobs. State and federa… Read More
2023-12-12 00:39
Or- “Document, Document, Document” We have all heard these words at some point from our HR professionals. Documentation is key. However, we have a modest proposal: Ban the word … Read More
2023-12-11 19:45
Managers undergo thorough training to recognize workplace discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and bullying. However, “reverse bullying,” where subordinates intimidate upward… Read More
2023-12-11 19:45
Managers have been well-trained on what discrimination, retaliation, harassment and bullying look and feel like in the workplace. But “reverse bullying” often gets short shrift… Read More
2023-12-05 17:23
Should HR Silence Complaining Employees? Two experts debate the issue. HR professionals need to protect the workplace culture they’ve helped create. Scott Pate, SHRM-SCP For the benefi… Read More
2023-11-20 14:44
If an employee resigns, then rescinds the request, the employer has a choice: Do they want the worker to stay or go? If the employer determines they want the employee to stay, they should fi… Read More
2023-11-15 15:39
The science of onboarding is much more elaborate today. It should not be confused with orientation, which is basically a crash course where you find out where the nearest restroom is and oth… Read More
2023-11-06 14:33
Employees will be able to sock away more money into their 401(k)s next year. Starting in 2024, employees can contribute up to $23,000 into their 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans or the Thrift… Read More
2023-11-01 16:35
There have been a number of annual limits announced for 2024, from health savings account contributions to the Social Security wage cap, but employers are still waiting for one imp… Read More
2023-10-29 18:18
Potential leave entitlement doesn’t end with the exhaustion of 12 weeks of leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) but may be extended for a specified period of time under… Read More
2023-10-24 05:45
While employers are not required to report employees as nonbinary on the EEO-1 survey, they may do so in the comments section of the reports as described below. Currently, there is no b… Read More
2023-10-02 14:29
Even though the proposed overtime rule is likely to be challenged in court after it is finalized, employers should start examining how it will affect their workplaces, legal experts say. &ld&hell…Read More
2023-10-02 14:21
In October, millions of employees will once again have to begin repaying their student loans after a nearly three-year payment pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Call times at loan servicer… Read More
2023-09-21 17:47
This article is the second in a series of three excerpts from The Power of Stay Interviews for Engagement and Retention, Second Edition (SHRM, 2018) by Richard P. Finnegan. The first excerpt… Read More
2023-08-30 23:32
Before we begin, it’s important to define unconscious biases. According to the University of California San Francisco’s website, “unconscious biases are social stereotypes… Read More
2023-08-30 23:30
Employers generally must withhold income tax from employees’ wages. To figure out how much tax to withhold, you need to use the employee’s Form W-4, the appropriate method and th… Read More
2023-08-21 13:47
Employers will need to think carefully about how to defend some of their corporate policies, such as ones about cameras at a worksite, social media use and appropriate workplace conduct, in… Read More
2023-08-07 20:47
What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act?The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a new law that requires covered employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to a worker… Read More
2023-08-03 16:19
Workplace harassment happens in many U.S. workplaces, but most employees who witness or experience such misconduct do not report it to HR, according to a new report by software company HR Ac… Read More
2023-08-03 15:00
The new version of Form I-9 was released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on Aug. 1. Employers can use the previous version of the form through Oct. 31, 2023. A… Read More
2023-07-17 19:43
Professional Employer Organizations and How They Work If you’re considering outsourcing human resources tasks, a strong option is PEO, which can offer HR services to help you manage da… Read More
2023-07-17 19:32
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released guidance in mid-May emphasizing that when it comes to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, employers are responsible for the d… Read More
2023-07-17 19:26
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, “to ‘discriminate’ against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for some reason.&rdq&hell…Read More
2023-07-14 04:18
The time it takes to fill open positions is increasing, with employers taking 44 days on average to make a hire, according to new data from human capital research and advisory firm The Josh… Read More
2023-06-28 19:23
Employers that require overtime hours need to be aware of how the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) may apply differently to workers assigned to mandatory overtime. In February, th… Read More
2023-06-15 19:41
In the recently released Rev. Proc. 2023-23, the IRS has made annual inflation adjustments to health savings accounts: For calendar year 2024, a “high deductible health plan” is… Read More
2023-06-15 19:39
Ever changing state-by-state circumstances demand scrutiny by HR & Legal Teams The ongoing flurry of marijuana legislation, court cases and cannabis-based products makes it difficult for… Read More
2023-06-05 17:47
In a memo released May 30, National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo announced that noncompete agreements violate the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The an… Read More
2023-06-04 16:51
A new opinion letter from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) clarifies how employers are supposed to calculate leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when it’s taken… Read More
2023-05-20 18:37
In many different types of workplaces, employees wear earbuds or headphones throughout the day. Should employers allow them to? The answer depends on the employer’s industry, as there… Read More
2023-05-20 18:33
Employers often fail to shred old Forms I-9 that are beyond the retention requirement, even though this can lead to compliance liability. “But remember that once an I-9 has been purged… Read More
2023-05-15 18:07
The length of time an employee spent at a job used to matter a lot. Career advisors followed an unwritten rule that an employee should stay at a job for at least two years to add meaningful… Read More
2023-04-20 13:02
Starting Nov. 1, 2022, according to a government fact sheet, “employers advertising jobs in New York City must include a good faith salary range for every job, promotion, and transfer… Read More
2023-04-20 03:28
Who counts as an employee versus an independent contractor may be about to change. A DOL proposal suggests revamping employee classification, reclassifying workers who are economically depen… Read More
2023-04-20 03:24
You need time and energy to run and grow your business, so you’ve outsourced your payroll process. You decided to go with a third-party payroll provider to handle some or all of your e… Read More
2023-04-03 17:20
Questions abound as to whether reference checks are lawful, practical or even worth an employer’s time. However, you can rest assured that hiring candidates without checking references… Read More
2023-04-03 04:39
Layoffs have been dominating the news recently, with companies such as Accenture, Amazon, Meta, Google, and others announcing significant workforce cutbacks. But another trend emerging in th… Read More
2023-04-03 04:35
Why is it that so many managers tend to look the other way when attempting to deliver corrective feedback to their employees? We know the path of least resistance is avoidance, but in truth… Read More
2023-03-28 14:58
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission enforces federal workplace discrimination laws, plus investigates EEO discrimination charges filed against employers. EEOC claims have been on the… Read More
2023-03-15 16:46
Recent enforcement action shows the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is squelching noncompete agreements that some employers require workers to sign as a condition of employment. Noncompe… Read More
2023-03-13 15:37
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement 2.0 Act (SECURE 2.0) includes important changes that will affect employer-sponsored retirement plans and self-employed people l… Read More
2023-03-07 16:42
Under the Affordable Care Act, whether an employer is required to provide health insurance depends on the number of full-time employees and full-time equivalents. That means your payrol… Read More
2023-03-07 16:38
How many resumes have you read in your life? Hundreds? Thousands? No matter the amount, do you know how to spot a lie on a resume? According to data from ResumeLab, 36 percent of applicants… Read More
2023-02-14 18:43
Human resource professionals know complying with workplace anti-discrimination laws is important. Equally important is ensuring that employees who complain about perceived discrimination are… Read More
2023-02-14 02:20
Do you pay someone to watch your young child (or another qualifying dependent) while you’re at work? You may be entitled to claim the dependent care credit on the 2022 return you… Read More
2023-02-10 21:25
The Social Security Administration and the IRS have issued a joint publication that offers valuable pointers for employers who want to clean up their old payroll files. In most (but not… Read More
2023-02-10 21:18
It’s an employer’s nightmare: You are notified by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) that a complaint has been lodged against the company. Many employers are… Read More
2023-02-01 21:25
Following an employee’s policy violations, misconduct or substandard performance, you may conclude it’s time to terminate the employment relationship. Several employers prefer or… Read More
2023-02-01 21:20
Employers with severe workplace safety hazards may soon face a greater number of citations—and penalties. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released new enf… Read More
2023-01-24 17:10
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposal to bar nearly all noncompete agreements between employers and employees would have far-reaching impact across industries, affecting about 30 milli… Read More
2023-01-19 19:09
What is one of the hardest things an employer, manager or supervisor has to do? It’s to sit down with an employee or team member who isn’t meeting expectations — or wh… Read More
2023-01-19 18:59
You’ve probably seen estimates that employee turnover costs an employer as much as $30,000 per lost-and-replaced employee. Other times you might see an estimate of $10,000 to $30… Read More
2023-01-18 20:11
HR can help ‘helicopter bosses’ stop hovering Generation Z and Millennial workers may be used to constant monitoring. They grew up under the close surveillance of helicopter pare… Read More
2023-01-13 20:27
As workplace shootings become more common throughout the U.S., HR and corporate leaders may feel unsure of the best way to react and communicate afterward, particularly if the violence occur… Read More
2023-01-13 20:18
Under a new National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) rule, employers must compensate workers to make up for the direct consequences of unfair labor practices. This ruling could be expensiv… Read More
2023-01-06 17:56
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a proposal on Jan. 5 to ban noncompete agreements that restrict mobility among employers. Some employers and attorneys are con… Read More
2023-01-06 17:44
If you have a backlog of projects piling up because there just aren’t enough hours in the day, you may consider hiring interns to help you get caught up. This can be a great idea… Read More
2022-12-27 16:46
In 2023, many states and localities will increase their minimum wage amounts. In some areas, the amounts paid to tipped employees may also increase and overtime salary thresholds may also ch… Read More
2022-12-27 16:34
Competition for top-notch workers can be fierce. Your business currently may be understaffed due to a number of factors — including the “Great Resignation” and “quiet… Read More
2022-12-05 18:18
Nevada voters passed a $12.00 per hour minimum wage to take effect July 1, 2024.The ballot initiative will eliminate Nevada’s unique two-tier minimum wage system that h… Read More
2022-12-02 16:08
Performance reviews may not be the hap-hap-happiest part of the job, but they’re inevitable as the year draws to a close. Experts weighed in with advice for managers who will be giving… Read More
2022-12-02 00:34
Equity-based compensation often is associated with startup companies. But businesses in a cash crunch also might consider such awards in lieu of year-end cash bonuses. In addition to recogni… Read More
2022-11-23 18:17
Sometimes, the IRS and employers clash over the classification of workers as independent contractors or employees. And no wonder: The stakes are high. If workers are employees, their employe… Read More
2022-11-10 05:17
Employers in the restaurant, hotel, casino and other service industries must comply with laws associated with tips, including the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Internal Revenue Code… Read More
2022-10-28 15:29
While grounds for immediate dismal vary from employer to employer, violations of certain policies can lead to an employee’s quick exit from most companies. “Violations of anti-di… Read More
2022-10-25 05:08
Incorporate benefits adjustments into open enrollment platforms and materials Employees can put an extra $200 into their health care flexible spending accounts (health FSAs) next year, the I… Read More
2022-10-05 00:38
Collecting valid and complete certification and recertification documentation from employees is one of the best ways to reduce Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) abuse. But employers often… Read More
2022-09-26 00:32
Let’s say you have two otherwise good employees who just can’t work together in anything close to harmony. You overhear them quarreling and sometimes shouting at each other… Read More
2022-09-23 04:08
Whether you’ve been a leader for a hot minute or cool decades, you likely have many unique teams – from office veterans and newbies to superstars and misfits. The only thing each… Read More
2022-09-15 16:09
Worker disengagement is not a new trend, but it is the latest viral challenge HR leaders are facing. The term “quiet quitters” has recently been coined to describe employees choo… Read More
2022-09-14 15:38
Conflicts will eventually happen in the workplace. How should you handle employee complaints about others’ actions? For one thing, you should never ignore them, experts say. Whi… Read More
2022-09-14 14:53
Performance reviews are used for a variety of purposes—merit increases, promotions, transfers and more. For those reasons, it makes sense that every employee wants to receive a satisfa… Read More
2022-09-03 22:21
When the pandemic first started, most companies asked their employees to work remotely—and Merit was no exception. “We used to be an in-person company, so our traditional structu… Read More
2022-09-03 22:05
Workers’ compensation fraud can be committed by an employee, an insurance carrier or an employer. Here are recommendations on how to respond to suspicions of fraud by an employee and a… Read More
2022-08-16 15:42
Drug coverage and marketplace subsidies could put additional pressure on employer plans. The climate spending and tax legislation President Joe Biden is scheduled to sign into law toda… Read More
2022-08-15 15:53
Internal I-9 audits should result in documented changes in practices, not just corrections to the forms, according to Mira Mdivani, an immigration attorney in Overland Park, Kan. In fact, sh… Read More
2022-08-12 14:27
As annual open enrollment season approaches, many workers in the U.S. misunderstand basic facts about health insurance and remain unsure how to select the most appropriate health plan offere… Read More
2022-08-08 15:25
Takeaway: Because managers are typically the first point of contact when an employee has an FMLA question, it is critical to train them on the key elements of the FMLA and h… Read More
2022-07-28 16:21
Many organizations suffer from “rebel” top producers—sales executives, senior leaders and even family members of the owner who act with impunity, assuming they can do no wr… Read More
2022-07-27 03:04
Federal data shows that men are entering the job market in droves despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Women are not. From February 2020 to January 2022, male workers regained all jobs the… Read More
2022-07-15 22:43
Employers will need to assess pandemic and workplace circumstances in order to justify mandatory COVID-19 testing of employees going forward, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission… Read More
2022-07-14 04:50
In this somewhat crazy employment environment employers are facing right now, top HR questions relate to terminating employees for poor attendance and screen candidates for open positions. O… Read More
2022-07-08 22:58
With the Consumer Price Index recently showing the largest spike in 30 years, California employers need to brace themselves and prepare for the minimum-wage hikes going into effect in severa… Read More
2022-07-02 17:39
Overtime compliance is challenging, but employers have tools at their disposal, including wage and hour audits and safe harbor policies, to limit their liability. An audit can be particularl… Read More
2022-06-22 15:20
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it plans to issue a proposed rule this month allowing virtual document examination options for reviewing the Form I-9 “in certain ci… Read More
2022-06-22 15:11
Are your company’s supervisors current on the latest and most effective management strategies? Do IT staffers have the most advanced knowledge about cybersecurity and network admi… Read More
2022-06-18 16:02
Are you a business owner working from home as a sole proprietor or an entrepreneur with a home-based side gig? As long as you meet certain requirements, you may qualify for sizeable home off… Read More
2022-06-08 13:31
In today’s tight labor market, small businesses — including restaurants, delivery services, retail stores and manufacturers — are struggling to attract and retain top-quali… Read More
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