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Christmas Party or Holiday Party?
There has been a debate over the last several years regarding the term “Christmas Party” versus “Holiday Party.” Do privately-owned companies have a legal choice when it comes to calling a company event either a Christmas Party or Holiday Party?
New York Overtime Exemption Rule May Still Take Effect
While most employers know about the preliminary injunction on the Department of Labor’s new FLSA overtime rules, which were slated to go into effect on December 1, 2016, employers in New York State need to be on alert as the New York overtime exemption rule cpuld take effect on December 31.
Due Date to Distribute ACA Forms to Employees Extended
The due date to distribute ACA forms to employees has been extended. Applicable large employers (those with 50 or more full-time or full-time equivalent employees) can wait to distribute Form 1095-C to employees until March 2, 2017 (was January 31 previously).
Company Holiday Party Best Practices
Employees appreciate recognition of their hard work over the year, and year-end holiday parties are a fun way to celebrate. But partygoers who overindulge could cause an accident at or after the party, or they might act in ways that violate your harassment policy. By following some company holiday party best practices, you can minimize and risks to your business or your staff.
When Holidays Fall on a Weekend
When holidays fall on a weekend, the most common policy we see is that if the holiday falls on a Saturday, the Friday before is given off. And if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the Monday after is given off.
New FLSA Overtime Rules on Hold
A judge has ruled that the Department of Labor (DOL) likely overstepped its rulemaking authority by raising the salary threshold as high as it did and by implementing the automatic increase every three years.
Informing Employees About the New Overtime Rules
In thinking about informing employees about the new overtime rules, you need to be sure you are communicating the changes effectively and clearly. Here are some guidelines for doing it the right way.
New Form I-9 Released
The new form I-9 was released, allowing online access for easier completion. However, forms must still be printed and mailed to the USCIS – online submission is not yet available.
