The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced several updates to the Form I-9 which every employer in the United States is required to use for verifying the identity and employment authorization of employees. In addition to the form updates, the USCIS announced that the temporary COVID-19 accommodations for Form I-9 have expired as… Read more »
As a part of the observation of May as Mental Health Awareness month, I would like to discuss a common elephant in the room, described by some as a “death of a thousand cuts;” Microaggressions. Those of us that identify as a part of a historically marginalized group, have experienced them. For example, imagine you… Read more »
One of the interesting results of implementing alternative workplace strategies has been its impact on company culture. This can be viewed as a positive development as it has forced many leaders to reassess and redefine what they want their business culture to be. But what is the impact and how are organizations using flexible working… Read more »
In a post-pandemic world of increasingly sophisticated technology, more individual mobility, and quickly shifting generational needs and desires, today’s job seekers are not always looking for a long tenure with one employer offering standard benefits and traditional workplace parameters. It’s a new era, forward-thinking organizations are assessing employee expectations and quickly shifting the workplace to… Read more »
On December 29, 2022, the Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022 (SECURE Act 2.0) was signed into law. This new legislation intends to provide American employees with increased access to retirement plans and savings while creating new incentives to expand employer and employee retirement contributions. As an employer, here are the key SECURE Act… Read more »
As you prepare for 2023, please note the important changes to MA PFML effective on January 1, 2023. New Maximum Weekly Benefit Rate – Increased from 2022: For 2023, this maximum benefit amount is $1,129.82 (up from $1,084.31 in 2022). This is adjusted annually based on the State Average Weekly Wage. New Contribution Rates for… Read more »
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