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.
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.
Latest articles
HR Fast Facts: Sequencing and Prioritizing Wage Garnishment Orders
Here are the priorities for each type of wage garnishment in all states except Mississippi.
HR Fast Facts: What Is a Case Identifier for Child Support Garnishments?
The case identifier, or CSE Case Number, is a unique number on every court-ordered garnishment.
HR Fast Facts: What Is a Quarterly Wage and Tax Report?
Learn about employer quarterly wage and tax reports and why they're important.
HR Fast Facts: How Can I Immediately Resolve Under and Over-Deductions in Payroll?
Adjustment plans to resolve under and over-deductions in payroll could span several pay periods. Therefore, handling these adjustments directly in payroll is the fastest way to make these corrections.
HR Fast Facts: What Is Pre-Notification Authorization?
The pre-notification period (pre-note period), or account validation, is a period in which an employee’s bank tests the Transit/ABA Number and Account Number information for new direct deposit accounts.
HR Fast Facts: What Is Allowable Disposable Income for Child Support Garnishments?
Learn how to calculate disposable income for an employee's child support payments.
HR Fast Facts: Termination Types
Learn about two different types of termination that can happen in the workplace.
HR Fast Facts: What Is the Difference Between Exempt From Withholding and Exempt From Taxes?
Learn the difference between an exemption from withholding and an exemption from taxes.
HR Fast Facts: R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 and Form 8974
The Federal Research and Development (R&D) tax credit, also known as the Research and Experimentation (R&E) tax credit, is intended to reward U.S. based companies to increase their investment in R&D activities.
How to Find the Best Small Business Insurance
Help protect what you’ve invested in your organization by choosing the right small business insurance.
Spotlight
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.
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.
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.
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.
Guidance: What if My Employee Tested Positive for COVID-19?
How employers should respond if an employee tests positive for COVID-19
Resources
2021 HR Compliance Calendar
A free compliance calendar with 100+ key dates, deadlines, and...
5 Ways the Biden Administration Could Change Your Workplace
A practical heads-up about what’s in store for business changes...
Coronavirus Checklist
An editable .docx template preloaded with tools and tips...
Remote Work Compliance Tips
Reduce compliance risk in the new world of work....