Independent Contractor or Employee? DOL Issues New Rule
The criteria used by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to distinguish between independent contractors and employees under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) have undergone multiple revisions in recent years. Presently, the DOL is enacting a fresh final rule that overturns the previously employer-centric test established during the Trump administration. This updated regulation, which leans […]
All Your ACA Questions Answered
Please note: CPE was only available for the live version of this webinar. CPE is not available for webinars on demand. Are you struggling to determine whether your company is correctly adhering to reporting requirements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? Compliance can be complicated, and each employee you fail to accurately report could result in crippling […]
Navigating the Future: Ideas to Consider for 2024
As the year draws to a close, the need for effective consulting planning becomes even more apparent. Join us for our upcoming webinar featuring experts covering hot topics you need to consider to chart a course for the year ahead. This engaging panel discussion will provide you with the latest tips and tricks surrounding cybersecurity, […]
Hiring for C-Suite Positions? Check Out Clark Schaefer Executive Search
Clark Schaefer Executive Search (CSES) is a leading executive search firm specializing in C-suite executive placements in a variety of industries. CSES plays a crucial role in helping organizations find and hire top-level talent for key leadership positions for long-term success. Through their expertise in executive search and assessment, CSES has a strong reputation for […]
ACA – All Your Questions Answered
Please note: CPE is only available for live webinars. CPE is not available for webinars on demand. How do I know if my company needs to submit Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting to the IRS? What are the potential ACA penalty fees if we do it wrong? Hosted by ACA expert Mary Mitchell, certified health […]
When hiring, don’t overlook older workers
Is your business hiring? Many companies are — in fact, an employment report released by the U.S. Department of Labor earlier this month revealed that nonfarm payrolls increased by 390,000 in May, and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.6%. As the job market continues to feel the impact of “the Great Resignation,” the competition […]
No parking: Unused compensation reductions can’t go to health FSA
Among the many lasting effects of the pandemic is that some businesses are allowing employees to continue working from home — even now that the most acute phases of the public health crisis seem to be over in some places. This decision is raising some interesting questions about fringe benefits. For example, in IRS Information […]
Offering summer job opportunities? Double-check child labor laws
Spring has sprung — and summer isn’t far off. If your business typically hires minors for summer jobs, now’s a good time to brush up on child labor laws. In News Release No. 22-546-DEN, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) recently announced that it’s stepping up efforts to identify child labor […]
Undertaking a pay equity audit at your business
Pay equity is both required by law and a sound business practice. However, providing equitable compensation to employees who perform the same or similar jobs, while accounting for differences in experience and tenure, isn’t easy. That’s why every company should at least consider undertaking a pay equity audit to assess its compensation philosophy and approach. […]
ERISA and EAPs: What’s the deal?
In recent years, more and more businesses have increased efforts to support the well-being of their employees. This means not only providing health care benefits, but also offering other initiatives designed to help workers cope with challenges such as substance dependence, financial planning, legal woes and mental health issues. Among the options usually considered is […]