Launching Into the Unknown: Navigating Changes to Discrimination Legislation Under the Trump Administration
Just under 2 months into President Trump’s new term, the employment law landscape seems to be shifting monumentally. During his first days and weeks in office, Trump’s orders have left […]
Holy Smokes! How to Comply with Alabama’s Current Cannabis Laws
Governor Kay Ivey signed the Compassion Act (SB 46) into law in 2021, permitting Alabamians to use cannabis products for certain medical conditions.* Patients will need to apply for a […]
Taming Workplace Tensions During a Divisive Election Year
With the upcoming 2024 Presidential election, here are some tips to prevent and tame workforce tensions during this increasingly polarizing political landscape. Some minor tweaks to your company policies […]
California Law Updates
California legislators have certainly been busy recently. If you have employees in California, here are some employment law updates taking effect in 2024: AB 1076 and SB 699 (Non-Compete Agreements) […]
The Best Benefits for Today’s Workforce
What benefits are essential to finding and keeping top talent in today’s tight labor market? If you don’t find the right combination, you might lose existing employees and struggle with […]
Employers Beware: Exempt Salary Minimum Projected to Rise
The Department of Labor (DOL) is updating regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regarding minimum salary levels for Executive, Administrative, and Professional (EAP) employees. Proposed changes would significantly […]
Top HR Trends That Could Impact You
Human Resources (HR) is an ever-evolving field. Every year there are technological advances, economic factors, and other forces that affect an organization’s ability to hire and retain the people needed […]
Independent Contractor (1099) vs. W-2 Employee: What’s the Big Deal & How Do You Tell The Difference?
Independent Contractor vs W-2 Employee: what’s the big deal and how do you tell the difference? In this presentation Founder and CEO, Samantha Brinkley, explains why it is so important […]
Putting Your HR House In Order: Establishing A Firm HR Foundation
Once you have laid out your HR strategic blueprints, the next step in putting your HR house in order is building a firm foundation. Just like building an actual house, the […]
Putting Your HR House In Order: Strategic HR Plans
Before a contractor builds a house, blueprints are prepared to guide the builders. Utilities are mapped out, rooms are planned, and supplies are ordered. In much the same way, organizations, […]
