We are pleased to announce the availability of our new Human Resources products, a valuable resource for small businesses that don't have a dedicated HR department. The basic package, Essential, includes: Live HR Support on Demand (3 Contacts) Employment Verification Services Employee Handbook via Self-Service Builder Federal and State Employment Law Library State and Local [...]
What does it mean for an employee to be "at-will" for both the employee and the employer? Here are 7 articles that explain "at-will" employment. https://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/at-will-employment-what-is-this-exactly https://resources.workable.com/hr-terms/what-is-at-will-employment https://legal.thomsonreuters.com/en/insights/articles/what-is-at-will-employment https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/at-will_employment https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/employment-at-will_doctrine https://www.themuse.com/advice/at-will-employment
In response to many inquiries, the Wage and Hour Division has prepared the following statement which contains the answers to the most frequently as questions about uniform procurement and maintenance under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Note that the minimum wage has increased since this FAQ was published in 1981. (1) (Q) When is [...]
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Overtime can be confusing, but ignoring the rules isn’t an option. Not understanding overtime laws can lead to costly mistakes and some pretty unhappy employees. Here’s what employers should know to keep things smooth and compliant. First, who qualifies for overtime? Not every employee does, which is where some confusion comes in. Generally, employees paid [...]
Getting started with payroll for your business can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! This beginner’s guide covers the essentials to help you confidently manage payroll and keep things running smoothly. 1. What Is Payroll? Payroll is the process of compensating employees for their work, including calculating earnings, withholding taxes, and ensuring employees [...]
Starting a business means learning a *ton* of new things, and payroll terminology can feel like a whole new language. Knowing a few key terms can save you time, money, and a lot of headaches. Here’s a quick breakdown of some basics every business owner should know. Gross Pay vs. Net Pay: Gross pay is [...]
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) administers and enforces the FLSA with respect to private employment, [...]
Here are the Federal Reserve Holidays for 2025. All banks and other financial institutions (including payroll bureaus) are closed.
Here are the 2025 updates for Social Security, Medicare, and MA PFML taxes:• 6.2% Social Security tax on the first $176,100 of wages (6.2% × $176,100 makes the maximum tax $10,918.20).• 1.45% Medicare tax on the first $200,000 of wages.• 2.35% Medicare tax (regular 1.45% Medicare tax plus 0.9% additional Medicare tax) on all wages [...]
