by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Apr 11, 2023 | HR Administration, Recruiting and Developing Talent, Regulatory Compliance
When you hire someone to work for you, the worker will likely be considered either an employee or an independent contractor. Usually, you will decide whether you want to onboard an employee or simply hire a contractor prior to advertising for the available position....
by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Mar 28, 2023 | Benefits & Compensation, HR Administration
We have a remote employee who is working through their lunch break. Can we require them to take it? Yes, generally you can and should require an employee to take a lunch break. In many states, employers are required to provide employees with rest breaks, meal breaks,...
by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Mar 20, 2023 | Benefits & Compensation, HR Administration, Reminder
Are you working on this year’s tax return or planning for the future? Either way, you should know the rules on business travel tax deductions. According to the IRS, whether someone travels for work once a year or once a month, figuring out travel expense tax...
by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Mar 14, 2023 | HR Administration, Learning & Development
A background check on potential employees sounds like a great investment. And in many cases, it is. But what are you really looking for, and what kind of action can you take based on the results? Many employers want to acquire this information, but few know what to do...
by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Jan 19, 2023 | Health & Safety, HR Administration
What does the term “well-being” mean for each of the individuals you employ? Take some time to answer this question, and from there, think about how you can go about meeting the needs of your employees regardless of the current stage of life they’re...
by Afilliated HR & Payroll | Jan 4, 2023 | Benefits & Compensation, HR Administration
An employee let us know they got a part-time job and would like to change their hours. Do we have to change their schedule? No. An employee wanting to change their hours because they got a second job is not something you’re required to accommodate. Even so, we...