518-373-4111
Business Payroll and HR Blog
Final OSHA Rule Changes
See if your business will be affected by the final OSHA rule changes to its Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which were just issued.
Department of Labor Penalties Increased
As of August 1, 2016, Department of Labor penalties increased, including those assessed by OSHA and the Wage and Hour Division. Penalties are applicable to violations that took place after November 2, 2015.
Hiring Inexperienced Applicants: Take the Chance?
A safer bet would be to hire an experienced candidate. If you’re up for a high-risk, high-reward approach, however, the bigger gamble may be the better bet. If you’re open to hiring inexperienced applicants, here are a few signs of potential future excellence.
Preparing for Paid Sick Leave Laws
Paid sick time is clearly a trend—one we can expect to continue, so preparing for paid sick leave laws may be prudent for employers. If paid sick leave comes to your city or state, here are some things you can expect.
Onboarding Tips: Introductory Periods and How They Work
The onboarding process can be critical for an employer and a new employee. Introductory periods allow each party to evaluate each other and determine if the employment relationship is a good fit.
Wage Theft Prevention Act Notices for Re-Classified Employees
With so much for employers to think about with the upcoming FLSA overtime rule changes, another thing to add to the list for New York employers is that they will need to provide Wage Theft Prevention Act notices for re-classified employees.
How Should We Address Complaints About Employee Appearance?
How you handle complaints about employee appearance is important. You must ensure you are not discriminating or creating an uncomfortable situation based on the ADA, but you also want employees to feel safe at work.
Transitioning Employees from Exempt to Non-Exempt
You may be transitioning employees from exempt to non-exempt. In some organizations, being exempt is associated with being more professional or more valued to the organization. With the updates, this mindset has to change as more employees remain non-exempt longer in their careers.
