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The Benefits and Drawbacks To Using CalSavers for Your Small Business
In California, any business with five or more employees must offer a retirement plan. On December 31, 2025, this will change to any business that has at least one worker. If your company doesn’t have an existing retirement plan, California has set up CalSavers as an...
The Benefits and Drawbacks To Using CalSavers for Your Small Business
In California, any business with five or more employees must offer a retirement plan. On December 31, 2025, this will change to any business that has at least one worker. If your company doesn’t have an existing retirement plan, California has set up CalSavers as an...
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How AI Can Support Job Postings
While it is unlikely that AI will end up supplanting human workers on a broad scale in the near future, it has the capacity to reshape day-to-day activities in workplaces throughout the world. Your HR department can save time and become more effective at reaching out...
EEOC Lawsuit Highlights Retailer’s Failure to Accommodate Employees with Disabilities
In a recent legal development, a multinational retailer is facing charges filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for violating federal law by failing to provide effective communication means for two employees with disabilities. This case...
Uniform Rental Company to Pay $226,341 in Back Pay and Interest for Gender-Based Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently closed an agreement with a uniform rental company to address alleged gender-based pay discrepancies at one of its location. This conciliation deal involves substantial back pay and...
HR Compliance Update | December 18, 2023
FEDERAL UPDATES IRS Mileage Rate: The IRS announced an increase in the deductible mileage reimbursement rate for 2024 to 67 cents per mile, up from 65.5 cents. Exempt Salary Thresholds. The Biden administration just released its Fall Unified Agenda for Regulatory...
On-Demand Pay’s Impact on Tilt Theft: A Case Study with Wendy’s Franchises
In the realm of financial technology, on-demand pay has not only redefined payroll solutions but has also made significant strides in addressing internal theft issues, particularly in the context of Wendy's franchises. This article delves into a real-life case...
EEOC Files Lawsuit Against Security Company for Gender Discrimination
A company specializing in contract security services operating in at least 14 states, is facing legal action from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The federal agency alleges that the company violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by...
EEOC Sues Car Rental Company for Age Discrimination
In a significant legal development, a car rental company, is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over alleged age discrimination in its hiring practices for management trainee positions in Florida. This case serves as a stark...
OSHA Violations at Battery Manufacturer Plant Result in $270,091 Penalty
A recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has uncovered a series of safety and health violations at a battery cell manufacturing plant, raising concerns about workplace safety standards. The battery cell manufacturing plant now faces $270,091 in...
Restaurant Franchise Operator Faces $80,876 in Penalties for DOL Violations
In a recent investigation, the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division uncovered significant violations of employment laws by a Restaurant Franchise Operator, with four franchise locations. The investigation revealed a series of violations related to minimum...
Tutoring Company Settles Discriminatory Hiring Lawsuit with EEOC for $365,000
In a significant development, a provider of English-language tutoring services, has agreed to pay $365,000 to settle an employment discrimination lawsuit brought forth by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This case sheds light on the severe...
$69,251 Penalty for Alloys Manufacturer for OSHA Violations
A recent inspection by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has brought attention to the critical issue of employee safety at a Massachusetts alloy manufacturer. The alloy manufacturer now faces $69,251 in proposed...
Construction Contractor Fined $59,153 Following OSHA Investigation
Tragedy struck at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York, when two employees of a water and sewer line construction contractor, lost their lives on April 3, 2023. A trench collapse claimed the lives of these workers, a devastating incident that a...
ACA Compliance and Growing Your Business: A Balancing Act
Expanding your business is an exciting venture, but it can also introduce complex challenges, especially when it comes to regulatory compliance. One such regulation that business owners must grapple with is the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Navigating ACA compliance...
Metal Fabrication Company Fined $275,890 for OSHA Violations
A steel fabrication company, recently faced three federal investigations initiated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) following the tragic death of an employee in April 2023. These investigations uncovered a staggering 36 violations, 25 of...
DOL Recovers $56,862 in Back Wages from Pool Contractor
In a recent investigation, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) uncovered serious violations by a residential contractor specializing in pool construction. The Wage and Hour Division found that the contractor denied overtime pay to 25 employees, paying them...
Office Holiday Party Ideas & Alternatives
How to plan memorable employee celebrations and boost employee engagement Many employers view office Christmas parties as an important aspect of engagement and employee retention. Managing these holiday parties can be a complex, multifaceted task. From planning and...
The Three Mega Trends Shaping 401(k) Plans for Small Businesses
The landscape of retirement planning for small businesses is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by three megatrends that intersect and create unprecedented opportunities. From significant tax incentives to state mandates and the ever-intensifying war for...
EEOC Sues Recycling Company for Wrongful Termination
In a recent legal development, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against a recycler of large items, for alleged retaliation against an employee who participated in an internal investigation of sex discrimination. The federal...
How Businesses Can Empower Employees with Financial Freedom: A True Story
In the realm of financial technology, a notable player has emerged with a mission that goes beyond profit margins. This article delves into the fascinating story behind a leading financial technology company dedicated to ending predatory lending and championing the...
Penalties for Non-Compliance with ACA: Know the Consequences
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) introduced significant changes to the healthcare landscape in the United States, with specific implications for employers. For businesses with 50 or more full-time employees, compliance with the ACA is not optional—it's a legal...
DOL Fines Food Manufacturer $140,164 for Violating Child Labor Laws
In a recent federal investigation, a national food manufacturer faced severe penalties of $140,164 after the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) discovered the illegal employment of at least 11 children at its meatpacking and food processing facility in Minnesota. The...
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