Must-see movie this Halloween
When it comes to the terrors and haunting images of Halloween, we visualize witches, ghosts and goblins. But sometimes the real monsters are people. My Must See Scary Movie Pick…
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How to Maintain Company Culture with a Remote Workforce
Pixar’s cereal bar is the stuff of legend. The famous first stop for anyone who tours the studio isn’t what the company culture is built on, but it is a noteworthy expression…
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When a payroll company steals—and what you can do to protect yourself
Here we are again: Fraud. Lives disrupted. An FBI investigation. This time, a New York State-based payroll company is accused of diverting $35 million from employee accounts. As the details…
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Live from the Shark Tank: Principles to do business by
Shark Tank is legendary for the sharks’ personalities, the on-air humbling of would-be entrepreneurs just a little too big for their britches, and of course the on-air deals that make…
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A Dynamex Decision newsflash: It’s about to get real with Assembly Bill 5
If you’re paying attention to the world of independent contractors (ICs), you’re already familiar with the Dynamex Decision (which we covered here). So what makes the recent Assembly Bill 5…
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Immigration in the workplace: What you need to know to get it right
Immigration is one of the hottest topics in politics and much of the White House’s rhetoric on the subject (including the latest announcement) centers around employment. While employers may not…
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No pressure, but you really need to fix your contractor payroll dysfunction
I’m not saying you’re dysfunctional, but if you can answer ‘yes’ to any of the following questions, you probably have some flaws in your contractor payroll systems. But don’t worry!…
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How to Determine a Payroll Schedule for Your Company
Whether you’re starting a new company or you’re trying to develop a better strategy for your company’s payroll, there are a few things to keep in mind. This includes the…
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What the new DOL proposal means for overtime
Heads up: overtime exemptions are about to change. On March 7th, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed new regulations which will make more than a million more people eligible…
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When workers’ comp sucks: a cautionary tale
An insurance company says a doctor provided false info. The doc has no comment. Meanwhile, the psychologist says the insurance overruled his decision and handled the case so poorly he’s not…
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