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California Paid Sick Leave Law Amendments
As employers across the state worked to amend policies and procedures in preparation for California’s paid sick leave law, questions were raised about ambiguities and hurdles to implementation. The California State Legislature responded this spring with Assembly Bill...
Effective Today: Minimum Wage Rates Increase in Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Minimum wage changes in Maryland and Washington, D.C. take effect today. These changes affect all employers, including household employers. The minimum wage in Maryland will increase from $8.00 per hour to $8.25 per hour. The rate will further increase to $8.75 per...
Are Household Employees Independent Contractors?
“Worker classification” refers to whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor for federal and state employment tax purposes. Employers need to recognize the difference between these two classifications, because the employer’s...
