Tips and gratuities can make up a significant portion of many workers’ earnings. In addition to restaurant workers, employees in other settings such as beauty salons, car washes and valet services routinely receive tips from customers. So, what happens to...
With recent changes in the economy, some employers may find themselves forced to reduce costs through employee layoffs. However, it’s important to know how to handle a reduction in force correctly. A failure to follow proper protocol when terminating employees...
It’s a good idea to periodically revisit recordkeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Every employer covered by the FLSA must keep certain payroll records for each covered, nonexempt worker for at least three years. It’s in an...
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced a record increase in contribution limits for 401(k) and other tax-deferred retirement plans for 2023. Starting next year, retirement plan participants are allowed to contribute up to $22,500 to qualified plans such as...
Changes include: Flexible Savings Accounts (FSAs)/Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Next year, employees can put an extra $200 into their FSAs/HSAs, with the annual contribution limit rising to $3,050 (up from $2,850 in 2022). Employers should make sure that their plan...
The number of workers employed by a business is often a determinant in how certain employment laws apply. This month, we will focus on how a business should define its number of employees for the purpose of workers’ compensation (workers’...
Employers of any size must understand and be compliant with applicable labor laws. While we won’t go into an exhaustive review of all employment regulations in this article, here are some things to keep in mind. Regulations that apply to...
As many companies have expanded their workforces to include out-of-state employees and others working from remote locations, it’s tempting for some employers to consider those employees independent contractors instead of full-time employees. After all, keeping a worker off the payroll...
Georgia’s new Act 809 (H.B. 389), effective July 1, 2022, seeks to tighten the distinction between employees and independent contractors. By expanding the definition of employee, more workers will be able to claim unemployment benefits. Act 809 changes the definition...
Younger workers – those under the age of 18 – can be a great source of workplace talent for employers. They’re energetic, creative and, for the most part, flexible if you can work around their academic and extracurricular commitments. If...