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Non-Competes Now “Non-Legal”
Update: As of August 20th, 2024, this ruling has been temporary struck down by a Federal court. For the time being, there is no need to comply with the original ruling. We encourage to you check back or follow us for updates.
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Significant 2024 Employer Updates
April 2024 has all the sudden been a very bad month for employers, especially in NYS. The Federal salary (overtime) minimum has been set and goes in place in July 2024, on top of new NYS paid time off requirements. We break the down here.
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Travel Time: When you must pay employees.
When it comes to time traveling, there are many rules about when the time is considered “compensable” according to the FLSA and needs to be recorded and paid in an employee’s regular weekly wages.
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March 2024: Updated CDC COVID Protocol: What does this mean for Employers?
The CDC officially updated its guidance regarding COVID isolation protocol on March 1st. We break down what the latest guidance means for you and your employees.
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Independent Contractor vs. Employee Status: 2024 Changes
The DOL has shaken up the test for Independent Contractor status once again, and enforcement using this new (old) standard is set to hit new heights in 2024. Check out the factors here and make sure your employees are properly classified.
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2024 UPDATED: COVID Quarantine & Leave Requirements
COVID is still something employers are dealing with, and with circumstances around quarantine and leave availability, eligibility, and requirements still evolving with changing regulations and COVID protocol, navigating exposure and diagnosis situations can still be as confusing and complicated as ever. To help you out we’ve provided a refresher breakdown once again!
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Webinar Recording: Closing 2023 & Preparing for 2024
In this webinar presented with the Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce, we review major employment law changes from 2023, and things to prepare for in 2024 to make sure your essential HR checklist is complete for year end.
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Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Status (Updated for 2024)
With this being such a high-risk area of wage and hour compliance, do you know how to properly classify and pay your employees?
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NYS Pay Transparency Law Requirements
NYS’s Pay Transparency Law goes into effect September 17th, 2023. Do you know what you need to do to comply?
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New I-9 Form Required
Starting August 1st, 2023, employers should start using the newly released I-9 form for all of their onboarding.