Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) are becoming a popular option for some small businesses as they can help them provide health benefit flexibility and business cost savings. However, HRAs can increase administrative complexity and time, overriding the initial reason the business chose a PEO. Here is...
Around 27% of U.S. workers quit their jobs in 2023, which, according to a common turnover calculation, cost employers nearly a trillion dollars to replace. Unfortunately, turnover is expected to climb this year, and labor experts predict another form of the “Great Resignation” to take...
HR professionals play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime payment requirements, helping reduce legal risks and ensure workers are paid properly. Understanding FLSA overtime and minimum wage requirements and determining which employees are exempt...
June is National Safety Month. The National Safety Council (NSC) promotes this annual campaign in an effort to raise awareness of the leading causes of preventable injuries and fatalities at work, on the road, and within homes and communities. Watch this one- minute video for...
Companies may need to work with professional employer organizations (PEOs) to obtain contract workers for several reasons—whether it’s to account for their seasonal production periods, fulfill large contracts or secure contract-to-hire positions. Yet, before using a PEO to acquire employees, it is important for employers...
On April 29, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) published Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) No. 2024-1 on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. The FAB follows a statement released by the White House announcing key AI-related...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) is tasked with enforcing federal minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping and child labor requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as well as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Migrant and...
Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance is a type of policy designed to protect your business from financial loss due to lawsuits and other claims arising from your operations. Here’s a closer look at its coverage and how it relates to third-party bodily injury: Coverage Overview:...
An increasing number of employees are recording their termination meetings with HR representatives, managers and supervisors and posting them on various social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram and Twitter. These videos, commonly called “Watch Me Get Fired” videos, have become a trend among workers in...
Testimonials from satisfied clients can establish credibility and trust with prospects who are considering your PEO. Real life stories from happy customers can help candidates feel more confident in their decision to choose you. However, asking for a recommendation must be done with diplomacy and...