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How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Affect Businesses and Workers

The Inflation Reduction Act will affect corporations more than small businesses in most cases. If you provide an ACA health plan or are in the energy industry, you may be eligible for tax credits.

5 Compliance Challenges for Hybrid Workplaces

Despite their advantages, flexible work models come with potential legal challenges. Keep these compliance obligations in mind for remote work policies.

DOL Proposes Employee-Friendly Rule for Determining Independent Contractor Status

When determining independent contractor status, the DOL wants employers to use a “totality-of-the-circumstances analysis” wherein all the factors are equally weighted.

15 Email Mistakes to Stop Making

Email mistakes seem minor, until you accidentally send a private message to the whole office. Watch out for these message mistakes.

How to Protect Employee Data from Breaches

Organizations have a responsibility to help protect employee data from breaches. Below are some of the steps you should take to ensure employee data safety.

New California Law Protects Employee Cannabis Use — Off the Clock

Workers in the Golden state will soon be protected from discrimination if they use cannabis products off duty and away from the workplace.

How to Handle an EEOC Investigation

Businesses should have a plan in place in the event their business comes under EEOC scrutiny.

Keeping Employees Safe from Extreme Temperatures in the Workplace

Extreme temperatures jeopardize workers’ health and on-the-job performance. Here are steps employers can take to mitigate these dangers.

What is Constructive Discharge and How Can It Hurt Your Business? 

Constructive discharge is, in effect, an involuntary resignation.

What Potential SCOTUS Ruling on Overtime Pay for Worker Who Earned $200K Could Mean for Your Business

Generally, a company does not have to pay overtime rates to a white-collar worker who is an executive, administrative, or professional.

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