One of the many compensation decisions a business owners have to make is whether to pay non-exempt employees a salary or hourly wage. Salary verses hourly wage is typically an exempt/non-exempt issue, but not always. Business owners may choose either payment model, so it is our intent to point out some of the pros and…
Isn’t it Time to Get Your HR Ducks in a Row?
Did you know that ducks flying in formation are the less susceptible to “drag” – well the lead one isn’t. The lead duck gets to take the full force, but the ducks following get the benefit of both less “drag” and more “lift”. Let’s say you’re a lead duck. Who do you go to for…
Penalty Increases for Employment Law Violations
Two years ago the HR contact person at a small firm asked me the million dollar question, “Why are we having this conversation about DOL investigations? Has something changed that I should be aware of?” That was a great question. Not every trumpeting voice requires a response. Sometimes you’re better off turning down the volume.…
Preparing for 2017: I-9’s, Minimum Wage Increase, Overtime, Corralling HR Ducks
It’s 2018! How? Some things to think about: Update your I-9 form and make certain you know the new rules. The fines for improperly filled up forms have doubled, that includes not signing Section 2 of the form. And, yes, if you’re using eVerify you need to completely fill out the I-9. And, yes, it would be a great idea to…