Starting in the late 1960s, employee leasing firms were established to help companies with the rising cost of workers’ compensation coverage. While laws varied widely by state, most required employers to purchase workers compensation insurance with the first employee hired. Employee …
Illinois Employers: Are You Ready For Mandated Retirement Plans?
The "Pilot Phase" is almost over for the Illinois Secure Choice program, enacted under the Secure Choice Act of 2015 (State Site). That means that by 11/01/2018, every Illinois company with more than 500 employees, that has been in business for two years or more, will be REQUIRED to provide a …
HIRING: New Ban The Box and Salary History Restriction Laws GO INTO EFFECT
It is time, again, to review your application and interview process as more states are adding legislation prohibiting employers from asking about criminal history and past salaries. Here are new laws going into effect this summer: Ban the Box Kansas City, MO Ban the Box On February 1, …
Why Would a CPA Recommend a PEO?
The primary focus of a certified public accountant (CPA) is money management. From auditing finances to overseeing the budget and financial planning, CPAs help their clients manage and save money. When looking at income and expense reports, health benefits are one of the largest expenses after …
The Pain of Paid Sick Leave
Employers: Dealing With Mandated Paid Sick Leave is Giving You a Pain in the Neck! 2018 has added more states and municipalities to the list of governments with mandated paid sick leave (PSL). Nine states; Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Vermont, Washington and …