Compliance

Laws, regulations, standards, and ethical practices that could apply to your organization

Wisconsin Payroll Tax and Registration Guide

Employers in America's Dairyland State: learn about Wisconsin payroll tax and registration here.

Is a Credit Score Check During a Background Check Ethical?

While almost every state considers pre-employment credit checks legal, there is some question about the ethics behind them. Find out more here.

by Dan Marzullo

Safety

How Often Should a Company Perform Fire and Safety Drills?

Curious to know more about how often a company should practice fire and safety drills? Find out the right schedule and when to refresh this important training.

by Dan Marzullo

Latest articles

The Skinny on Owner’s Draw for Small Business

What’s an “owner’s draw” and how does it work to benefit the business and the owner? t's a paycheck for the owner, but it's a bit more complex than that.

by Riia O'Donnell

what the affordable care act means for small businesses

What is the State of the Affordable Care Act for Small Businesses?

For now, the Affordable Care Act is securely in place, and it doesnt look like thats changing soon. heres what the ACA means for small businesses.

by Valerie Bolden-Barrett

How are Disability Payments Calculated?

There is a common misconception that disability payments are based on an employees salary, the disability, or even the severity of the disability.

by Dan Marzullo

As Regions Implement Sick Leave Laws, Small Businesses See "Huge Learning Curve"

There's no federal law requiring paid sick leave. But many cities and states are stepping in. Some small business owners say there's a lot to learn, fast.

by Lynne MK Morioka

IRS 941 Form: Understanding The Basics

The IRS 941 form is one of the most important documents for employers to submit. It will prove your company is adhering to tax payment guidelines.

by Dan Marzullo

What Personal Information Do I Need to Collect from New Hires?

From the documents you need, to what information you should avoid asking your employees, here's all the onboarding personal information nuances.

by Cinnamon Janzer

FSA Employer Contribution Rules

Understanding the basic information about FSA employer contribution rules will help you make an informed decision about offering this option to employees.

by Cinnamon Janzer

What are the 2018 HSA contribution limits?

HSAs are used to supplement medical costs and they can cover much more than just medications and doctor visits. Here are the 2018 HSA contribution limits.

by Lauren Perales

HR Basics: Decoding IRS Form 944

When onboarding a new employee, there's a lot to keep track of. We're starting with the basics-- what is the IRS form 944?

by Dan Marzullo

What Small Businesses Need to Know About Unused Sick Leave

Sick leave is one of the most common forms of employee leave offered to workers. Allowing workers to recover from an illness or injury before they return to work not only benefits the employee, it benefits the company. Paid sick time is not a requirement at the federal level: there are no nationwide laws requiring […]

by Riia O'Donnell

Spotlight

Returning to Work

Rehire Policy After Termination

Any former employee can apply to be rehired, but a company must determine its rehire policy after termination due to layoffs, firings, quitting, and more.

by Catherine Tansey

SMB Rules & Regulations

Everything You Need to Know About Employee Leave of Absence

What is a leave of absence and how is it different than regular PTO days? Get all your questions answered here.

by Kelsey Banerjee

Payroll

Alternative Payment Methods for Your Remote Team

If your staff is now working remotely due to COVID-19, here’s how to pay employees who normally receive paychecks and pay stubs in person.

by Grace Ferguson

Payroll

The CARES Act: Payroll Implications for Small Employers

The CARES Act delivers massive payroll assistance for SMBs, including paycheck protection loans, loan forgiveness, payroll tax credit, and Social Security tax deferral.

by Grace Ferguson