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DOL raises overtime salary threshold
On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule that significantly increases the minimum salary threshold to qualify for certain overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
DOL issues Final Rule on independent contractors
The Department of Labor (DOL)’s Final Rule governing the standard for determining independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) became effective March 11, 2024.
Understanding reporting obligations under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, has been a landmark legislation impacting healthcare in the United States. Understanding and fulfilling reporting obligations under the ACA is crucial for employers to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.
2024 Payroll Tax Bulletin
The IRS recently released the 2024 payroll tax rates, which we have summarized in a bulletin that contains the following:
Updated Maryland minimum wage and overtime law
Effective January 1, 2024, Maryland State's employee minimum wage is increasing to $15 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. In contrast to the 2023 state rate hike, the rate remains consistent regardless of whether a company has more or fewer than 15 employees.
HRAs - A viable option to traditional health insurance
Are you considering offering health insurance to your employees? Are you already offering traditional group health insurance and frustrated with the cost and administration?
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) goes into effect on June 27, 2023
A new federal law, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), goes in effect on June 27, 2023.
PA Department of Revenue conversion from e-TIDES to myPATH
Effective November 30, 2022, the PA Department of Revenue (DOR) has migrated their tax filing and payment system from e-TIDES to myPATH.
2023 Payroll Tax Bulletin
The IRS recently released the 2023 payroll tax rates, which we have summarized in a bulletin that contains the following:
IRS increases mileage rate for remainder of 2022
Yesterday, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final six months of 2022.