May 20, 2020 | Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
Some of the largest payroll companies in the country are not filing the Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19 for their clients. We are!The paid sick leave and paid family leave credits are designed to immediately reimburse eligible employers...
May 15, 2020 | Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a temporary policy to allow employers to accept expired List B documents when completing the Form I-9 beginning May 1. This policy is intended to account for the fact that many people are unable to renew their...
May 1, 2020 | Human Resources, Regulatory Updates, Small Business Resources
Employers who are filing Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19 should read the instructions carefully and take their time when completing this form to avoid mistakes. Here are some common errors to avoid when filling out Form 7200: Missing or...
Jan 8, 2020 | Benefits, Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
PFML is coming for Massachusetts workers. Find high-level answers to your questions on what it is, who it affects, when it’s happening as well as links to where to find more detailed answers. What is PFML? PFML stands for Paid Family Medical Leave. It’s a...
IRS Issues 2020 Standard Mileage Rates
Jan 6, 2020 | Benefits, Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
The Internal Revenue Service issued the 2020 optional standard mileage rates (PDF) used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. As of January 1, 2020, the standard mileage rates for the use of...
What to Know About the Minimum Wage Increase in 2020
Jan 3, 2020 | Benefits, Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
Effective January 1, 2020, twenty states increased their minimum wages as follows: State New Minimum Wage Alaska $10.19 Arizona $12.00 Arkansas $10.00 California $13.00 Colorado $12.00 Florida $8.56 Maine $12.00 Maryland $11.00 Massachusetts $12.75 Michigan...