Is paid sick leave mandatory to part-time employees in Virginia?
No, under Virginia law, employers are not mandated to provide paid sick leave to part-time employees. Except for specific home health workers. Employers are mandated under Va. Code §§ 40.1-33.3 to 40.1-33.6 to provide home health workers with paid sick leave. This applies only to home health workers providing personal care, respite care, or companion… Continue reading Is paid sick leave mandatory to part-time employees in Virginia?
What is the difference between contractors and W-2 employees?
There are quite a few legal distinctions. Essentially, a W-2 Employee is someone whose work is directly integral to their employer’s business. An Independent Contractor is more like an independent company hired for separate, outsourced, or project-based work. Here is a chart to help highlight their distinctions: Category W-2 Employee Independent Contractor Control The employer… Continue reading What is the difference between contractors and W-2 employees?
Encourage Employees to Check Their Pay Stubs for Taxes!
As an employer or HR professional, did you field a lot of questions from your employees this past tax season about their withholdings? You’re not alone! Tax time can bring unexpected financial stress if the right amount of taxes hasn’t been taken out throughout the year. But here’s the good news: you and your employees… Continue reading Encourage Employees to Check Their Pay Stubs for Taxes!
2025 401k Contribution Limits
Good news for retirement savers! The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that 2025 401k contribution limits will increase to $23,500. This represents a $500 increase from the 2024 limit. What does this mean for you? Higher Contribution Limits: You can now contribute more to your 401k plan, helping you save more for retirement. Increased… Continue reading 2025 401k Contribution Limits
DOL Increases Minimum Salary for Exempt Employees
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has set increases to the minimum salary for many exempt employees. This is a significant change that will impact businesses nationwide. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: The Increase: The new rule implements a two-step increase for exempt executive, administrative, and professional employees (EAP): Current: Minimum salary… Continue reading DOL Increases Minimum Salary for Exempt Employees
Navigating New Hire Paperwork
Hiring new employees is exciting, but it also comes with a plenty of paperwork. Staying compliant with all the federal and state regulations can feel overwhelming. This blog post aims to demystify the process and guide you through the essential legal requirements for navigating new hire paperwork in the US. Key Forms and Deadlines: Form… Continue reading Navigating New Hire Paperwork
Demystifying the W-2: A Clear and Concise Guide for Employees
Ah, the W-2. That mysterious, seemingly hieroglyphic document that arrives each January, leaving many of us scratching our heads and muttering, “What does it all mean?” Fear not, fellow wage earners! This W-2 guide for employees is here to shed light on its secrets, transforming it from a cryptic puzzle into a straightforward summary of… Continue reading Demystifying the W-2: A Clear and Concise Guide for Employees
New I-9 Rules for 2024: Everything Employers Need to Know
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released a new version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, which will be required for all new hires starting in 2024. The new form includes some important changes that employers need to be aware of. Review the new I-9 rules for 2024 below. New E-Verify Checkbox The new Form… Continue reading New I-9 Rules for 2024: Everything Employers Need to Know
Can Employers Limit Which States Their Remote Employees Work In?
As remote work becomes an increasingly accepted norm in the wake of global shifts towards digitalized workplaces, employers are faced with a myriad of new considerations. One question that has emerged is, “Can Employers Limit Which States Their Remote Employees Work In?” The Short Answer: Yes, But It’s Complicated The straightforward answer is yes—you can… Continue reading Can Employers Limit Which States Their Remote Employees Work In?
Florida E-Verify Employment Law 2023 – How to Comply
On May 10, 2023, Florida’s Governor DeSantis passed a new law, SB 1718 (Florida E-Verify Employment Law 2023), stating that all Florida-based employers are required to use the e-Verify system (available at e-verify.gov) to confirm their new hires’ eligibility to work. This system must be used within three days of each new employee’s start date.… Continue reading Florida E-Verify Employment Law 2023 – How to Comply