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In the realm of California’s employment regulations, evolution is the name of the game. As of October 1st, 2023, California employers are gearing up for a significant shift in their background check and criminal history review process, thanks to the updated Fair Chance Act (FCA) regulations.…
Change is a constant in the world of taxation, and Indiana is no exception. Effective October 1st, 2023, the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) has made significant revisions to Departmental Notice No.1, How to Compute Withholding for State and County Income Tax.…
Your staff is your most vital asset when it comes to running a successful business. Investing in them is a no-brainer. However, finding the most effective ways to do so is a little more complicated.…
In a whirlwind of legislative action, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a series of groundbreaking bills that promise to reshape the state’s employment landscape and protect its citizens’ rights. From ending the practice of captive audience to categorizing wage theft as larceny and extending vital protections to interns based on gender identity and expression,…
In a move that has been long-awaited by workers and advocates across New York, Governor Kathy Hochul has taken a decisive step to improve the lives of injured workers. She signed into law a bill that will not only increase the minimum weekly workers’ compensation benefit but also revolutionize the way these benefits are calculated, ensuring a fairer and more just system.…
On September 1st, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom took a step toward bolstering employee rights by signing Senate Bill 699 into law. This legislation reaffirms and strengthens the state’s long-standing commitment to employee freedom in pursuing their chosen professions, trades, or businesses.…
In a move aimed at supporting the working class, Alabama is set to introduce a new tax benefit that will directly impact full-time hourly employees. Effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1st, 2024, overtime pay received by these employees for hours worked over 40 in a given week will be excluded from gross income and exempt from Alabama state income tax.…
We’ve heard it all. From quiet quitting to quiet firing, there are plenty of new buzzwords that business owners should familiarize themselves with. In the realm of talent acquisition, a new approach known as “quiet hiring” has been generating significant buzz and reshaping traditional recruitment practices.…
In an era of technological innovation, even the most established processes are subject to transformation. The world of employment eligibility verification is no exception.…
In a significant shift from recent years, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has announced updated deadlines for employers to submit their demographic data. The EEO-1 Component 1 data collection for 2022 is set to kick off on October 31st, 2023, with the deadline for employers to file their EEO-1 reports now extended to December 5th, 2023.…
Ensuring strict adherence to HR laws and regulations is a non-negotiable for small business owners; however, many employers find this process daunting. HR compliance is a complex and ever-evolving process that varies from state and city levels.…
The landscape of employment regulations can be tricky for employers and employees to navigate. In New Jersey, recent changes to the unemployment insurance law have left many employers wondering about their compliance obligations.…