In determining appropriate compensation levels, we often look to see amounts paid to others for similar services. This comparability data can be very helpful, but it can be misleading if not used... Read more »

Motivating and compensating employees can be a difficult, but important, challenge at any business. Here are some simple ways to improve a bonus plan... Read more »

FSAs, or Flexible Spending Accounts, are financial accounts that benefit from certain tax advantages attained through cafeteria plans as well as other employee benefits offered through Section 125 of the IRC (Internal... Read more »

Todays Federal Register contains the U.S. Department of Labors Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) Final Rule defining the obligations of federal contractors and subcontractors with regard to disabled veterans, recently... Read more »

Todays Federal Register contains the U.S. Department of Labors Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) Final Rule revising the affirmative action regulations for individuals with disabilities. 78 Fed. Reg. No. 185... Read more »

The Employment Non-Discrimination Act made it through to the members of the US Senate with a vote of 61-30. Apart from getting a positive response from all of the Democrats, the bill... Read more »

Today, many employers are resorting to pre-employment testing to verify that their employees meet the necessary health standards before they are employed. This is mandatory at some companies and is optional in... Read more »

Employee discipline can start affecting a business and its bottom-line. It is essential for any business to ensure that its employees are disciplined and doing their work as required. It is the... Read more »

Unemployment insurance financially assists workers that have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. This financial assistance is provided on a temporary basis. In compliance with the federal law, unemployment... Read more »