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It's Taxing Determining Proper Withholdings (March 28, 2007)
Benjamin Franklin famously wrote, "in this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.
Calculating Compensation (June 27, 2007)
Do you have to prepare a paycheck without the assistance of a payroll service, or create a manual check to make sure an employee's check is available on his last day of work? Have you had to reimburse employees for a pay raise retroactively but were unsure how to make the proper withholdings? Well, we have some tools for you!
Deductions Demystified (June 27, 2007)
Making deductions from employee pay is a dicey subject, particularly when it comes to exempt employees. Apart from required deductions - taxes and garnishments, for example - there are times when you may deduct money from a paycheck and times when you definitely should not.
It's Not Leave, It's Pay (October 12, 2006)
One of your employees informs you she is pregnant and wants to take "paid family leave" after the baby is born. Another employee tells you his father is ill and wants to take "paid time off" to care for him.
To Telecommute or Not? (May 30, 2007)
Many employers are addressing the changing needs of the workforce and rising gas prices by offering telecommuting as an option for employees who desire more flexibility. In some cases, it may be beneficial for an employer because of office space limitations, or the talent is elsewhere in the country and relocation is not an option.
Taking the X out of Xmas (December 14, 2006)
Forget "Bah, Humbug." Many workers think the companies they work for have surpassed Scrooge's bad attitude by attempting to be politically correct during the Christmas holiday season. Some workers feel their employers are being disrespectful of their religious beliefs by "secularizing" everything to do with holidays.
Effective Interviewing (October 3, 2007)
Here are some tips and techniques to help ensure your interviews yield the information you need to find the candidate you're looking for.
Reduce Your Risk of Claims (October 31, 2007)
The total cost of workers' compensation claims in the United States for the most recent year surveyed (2004) was a staggering $48.6 billion, according to the 2006 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index Survey, and a significant increase from prior surveys.
Minimum Wage Watch
Tracking the progress of the 2006 minimum wage legislation.
Safe Jobs For Youth (April 30, 2007)
May is "Safe Jobs For Youth Month," an annual public awareness campaign to promote safety in the workplace for California's young workers, sponsored by California's Department of Occupational Safety and Health's (Cal/OSHA).
What to Do When an Employee Dies (March 28, 2007)
In contrast to a typical termination of employment, the law imposes additional obligations on employers when an employee dies.
Cost of Turnover (October 3, 2007)
The cost of employee turnover can be deceivingly expensive and affect more than just the bottom line. Consider both the tangible and intangible costs of turnover.
Important 2006 Bills Vetoed by the Governor (October 19, 2006)
To follow is a list of all 2006 bills recently vetoed by the governor.
FMLA Now Provides Additional Rights to Military Personnel, Families
The federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was amended on January 28, 2008. FMLA now provides additional leave rights to military personnel and their families. The federal Department of Labor (DOL) has provided an additional posting to address the recent changes in the federal law.
Final Day, Final Pay (March 28, 2007)
Let's say an employee walks into your office and gives you two weeks notice that he is quitting. Your policy does not require two weeks notice, and because of the sensitive nature of the work he provides, you prefer to terminate his employment that same day.
Resources For Hispanic Businesses Made Readily Available Report: California Has Most Hispanic Businesses
Spanish is not only the language spoken at home for about one-quarter of Californians but the language that, by law, they should be communicated to for some labor matters when employees are Spanish-speaking.
Planning a Summer Retreat (May 30, 2007)
Summer barbecues, a retreat at an exclusive spa/golf club, a picnic at the beach, a cruise to Mexico — all are good ways to unwind during your time off. They are also ways companies try to give employees a chance to meet away from work.
New 2007 Laws
This alphabetical list comprises all new employment-related laws for 2007, along with brief descriptions of each and how they may affect your business.
Got Water? (February 21, 2007)
As an outdoor employer, it is your responsibility to provide water and a shaded place for rest breaks to protect your employees from heat-related illnesses.
Internet Recruiting (October 3, 2007)
Internet-based recruiting is an integral part of the recruiting process for most employers in today's business environment. Studies show its popularity continues to increase with employers and employees alike. Whether posting career opportunities within your company on your own Web site or using outside sources such as monster.
Love is in the Air (January 31, 2007)
The ostrich theory of workplace romance says, pretend that it doesn't happen and don't talk about it. Then there is the proactive approach: accept that it happens and take steps to avoid problems.
Retain Your Most Valuable Assets (October 3, 2007)
Employees in today's business environment are always looking for better opportunities — whether at your company or someone else's. Although it's no secret that every company needs good employees to stay competitive, it often is a secret at how to go about keeping them.
We've all heard the phrase that money is not a motivator.
Need a Vacation? (May 30, 2007)
Every company has at least one employee who is always on time, never takes a sick day and will not take vacation until everything on her desk is completed (which seldom happens). In one sense, this is a model employee; in another, you may have a stress case waiting to happen.
Wage Orders 101 (June 27, 2007)
You have the current year all-in-one poster from CalChamber in a conspicuous place that all employees will see, but that's not all you need to post. You must also post the Wage Order and the Wage Order Summary that apply to your operation.
Bring Kids to Work - Every Day? (April 30, 2007)
The sitter cancelled. She can't go to school because she has a fever. Camp got out early. He is too young to stay home alone. All plausible — what's a parent to do? And what are employers to do?
"Bring Your Child to Work Day"on April 26 is just one day, but you also need to be prepared for unscheduled children in your office.
How Much Time Does She Get? (October 12, 2006)
The alphabet soup that is family and medical leave laws creates significant confusion among employers, especially for those with fewer than 50 employees. Employees are very savvy and do plenty of research before approaching you with a leave request.
Lowering Your Coverage Costs (October 31, 2007)
Statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics show that businesses spent an average of $26.86 per hour for each employee in 2006. This figure includes salary, and benefit expenses such as health insurance, vacation time and workers' compensation benefits.
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New Year, New You? (January 4, 2007)
The winter holidays are typically a time of re-evaluation, setting New Year's goals, overeating, depression, lack of motivation at work … you could go on and on. Employees returning to work with any of these issues present a challenge to coworkers and managers, but being prepared can help your company start the new year right.
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