HR Essentials for Small Business Owners – Part I

Congratulations! Your business is growing, and you have hired employees to help you make it all work. But the world of work has become a very different place, and finding a balance between maximizing employee value while minimizing your compliance risks can be daunting. In just a couple of hours you will learn HR essentials […]

COVID-19 HR Update – CARES Act Summary

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) was passed into law on March 27, 2020. CARES is expected to infuse approximately $2.2 trillion into the U.S. economy. The Act addresses several ways the federal government seeks to support businesses impacted by the pandemic and employees […]

COVID-19 HR Update – DOL releases Families First Coronavirus Response Act poster & FAQs

Here is a quick update on the FFCRA and includes a workplace poster, and the posting requirements and obligations for employers. As more information comes available on the new legislation working its way through Congress I will pass it along. DOL releases Families First Coronavirus Response Act poster & FAQs The U.S. Department of Labor […]

COVID-19 HR Update – Paid Leave Law and IRS Tax Credits for Employers

Here is today’s summary of the recent COVID-19 updates to provide employers and employees with assistance as we navigate through COVID-19 and the implications for employers and employees. It is important to remember that no general rules apply to every situation or unique circumstances. If your situation does not fit neatly into the guidance or […]

Oregon’s New Statewide Transit Tax Starts July 1, 2018 and All Employers Must Withhold

On July 1, 2018, employers must start withholding the tax (one-tenth of 1 percent or .001) from:​ Wages of Oregon residents (regardless of where the work is performed). Wages of nonresidents who perform services in Oregon. The 2017 Oregon Legislature passed House Bill (HB) 2017, which included the new statewide transit tax. The statewide transit […]