US Department of Labor recovers $77K for 5 employees denied prevailing wages at federally funded construction project in Massachusetts Two subcontractors barred from obtaining federal construction contracts for 3 years A U.S. Department of Labor investigation has recovered $77,206 in back wages for five workers employed on a federally funded construction project after finding one subcontractor [...]
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to get your payroll in order! A year-end payroll checklist can help you wrap up the year smoothly, avoid mistakes, and start the new year on a strong footing. Here’s your guide to finishing the year without a hitch. 1. Verify Employee Information Make sure all [...]
Payroll mistakes might seem small, but they can quickly add up and take a big chunk out of your bottom line. One of the most common (and costly) errors? Misclassifying employees. If you’ve got independent contractors listed as employees (or vice versa), you could face fines, back taxes, and penalties. Then there’s the issue of [...]
The First Amendment right of freedom of speech applies to government restrictions on speech and does not extend to the private sector. A business can discipline, fire, or demote a worker for what you say at work or post on social media, with some exceptions: Some states have laws protecting speech and expression, including political [...]
Federal law doesn’t require employers to give employees time off to vote, but most states require employers to allow employees to take time off work to vote and only some require workers to be paid for that time. In addition to state law protections, you should check your employee handbook for information on time off [...]
Yes, we know this was posted on Facebook as a joke. But just for fun, how many provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act are violated in these "company policies"?
Unless you've been living under that proverbial rock, you know scammers have been getting more prevalent, more sophisticated, and more dangerous over the years. If your email is hacked, the hacker is reading your emails and likely sending emails from your account. (This is why we are no longer emailing payroll reports.) And if the [...]
Here are some program changes and enhancements to the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave program that may impact you. Reminder: DFML Contact Center hours have changed: Our contact center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Call (833) 344-7365 to get answers to your questions in English, Español, and Português. Translation services for up to [...]
Yes. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires you to get permission from an applicant or employee before conducting a background check. It also has specific notice requirements, such as providing the applicant or employee a summary of their FCRA rights and the appropriate adverse action letters if you decide not to hire them or terminate their [...]
Deductions from pay are permissible for any workweek in which the employee performs no work, including answering emails, texts, or phone calls. Deductions are allowed for required withholding and benefits, such as retirement plans. Other reasons you can deduct pay from an exempt employee: For absences for one or more full days for personal reasons [...]
