March HR Brief
- DOL Adopts New Joint Employer Determination Test
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a new four-factor balancing test to determine whether two or more organizations should be considered “joint employers” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The final rule establishing the new test becomes effective March 16, 2020
- DOL Increases Civil Penalty Amounts for 2020
The DOL recently released its 2020 inflation-adjusted civil monetary penalties that may be assessed on employers for violations of a wide range of federal laws, including:
- • The FLSA;
- • The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA);
- • The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); and
- • The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).
To maintain their deterrent effect, the DOL is required to adjust these penalties for inflation, no later than Jan. 15 of each year. Key penalty increases include the following:
February HR Brief
DOL Updates Regular Rate of Pay Rules
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), announced a new final rule that clarifies how to calculate an employee’s regular wage rate under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The final rule became effective on Jan. 15, 2020.
Calculating the regular rate is an essential first step when determining an employee’s overtime compensation.
A New Year, a New Form W-4
The IRS released an updated version of its Form W-4, also known as the “Employee’s Withholding Certificate.”
January HR Brief
DOL Proposes Revisions to the Fluctuating Workweek Overtime Method
In November 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a proposed rule to update the “fluctuating workweek” method for calculating employee overtime wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The fluctuating workweek method provides employers a cost-saving option to compensate employees who are not exempt from the act’s overtime wage payment requirements.
October HR Brief
Hold on to Talent With “Stay Conversations”
Some people think employment is all about the money, but they’re wrong. For many, it’s about development and growth. In fact, Gallup cites “lack of development and career growth” as the number one reason employees leave their workplace.
How can you ensure you’re offering suitable opportunities to keep your employees happy? “Stay conversations” are a good way to start.
Client and Employee Resources
The more your employees understand your benefit plans the more they become educated, empowered consumers. The programs you provide will also gain an enhanced value.
As your strategic partners in employee benefits, we can provide multiple avenues of ongoing support, including:
- Employee Meetings (English and Spanish)
- Webcasts
- Payroll Stuffers
- Poster Campaigns
- Newsletters
Carrier Directories
E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Click the image below to begin.
