After Connecticut passed a law requiring employers to provide workers with paid sick leave, many firms are wondering: “Will our state do the same?” (more…)
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By nature, CFOs are a cautious group -- so it's no surprise many have a plan for what to do if Congress doesn't raise the debt ceiling. (more…)
Need more proof that allowing your employees to telecommute is a worthwhile investment? Check out the findings in this study. (more…)
What are New Jersey residents more upset about, the fact that a trusted tax collector stole their tax payments -- or what he used the money for? (more…)
There’s a new bill in Congress that would allow companies to deny employment to suspected union organizers. What are the chances it gets passed? (more…)
Before you decide to bring home any leftovers from a company event, you may want to get written permission -- or you could end up like this guy. (more…)
The next time you're in a boring meeting, take note of where everyone is seated and decide if these descriptions paint an accurate picture of your co-workers' personality types. (more…)
It seems pretty simple: Whenever your company uses an Independent Contractor (IC), it gets the Tax Identification Number, contact info and other relevant details. Then, you simply report that info to IRS at year-end, right? (more…)
The New Year may still be several months away. But some new research is predicting how much more workers are likely to have in their wallets next year. (more…)
If it appears that your pay and promotion decisions discriminate against any class of employees in the slightest, there's a good chance you'll wind up in court -- just like this employer. (more…)
If you're tired of the time-consuming and costly process of mailing out paper 1099s to independent contractors (ICs) and vendors, the feds want you to go the electronic route. Just be sure you remember to do this, too. (more…)
If you had to choose between going through life with a number ailments and no health insurance or spending some time in jail, which one would you pick? For one North Carolina man, the answer's a no-brainer. (more…)