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Category: Compliance

Are Accountants Entitled to Overtime Pay? Here’s What Firms Should Know

For CPAs and other professionals in the accounting industry, working long hours is common—particularly during tax season. As their average work weeks exceed 40 hours, some accounting firm employees have wondered whether they are entitled to overtime pay. This question hinges on whether they are classified as exempt or nonexempt employees under the federal Fair…

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CPA Firms—Have You Audited Your HR Practices?

Have You Audited Your HR Practices? For CPA firms and other businesses in the accounting industry, the stress of delivering optimal results for clients in light of a complex, ever-changing tax code can detract from effective workforce management and compliance with employment laws. However, it is crucial for employers in any industry to periodically review…

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8 HR Metrics to Start Tracking Today

Numbers speak louder than words, especially when it comes to tracking performance and making strategic decisions that drive growth. So, the question becomes: What numbers should HR teams focus on? The most important human resources metrics are the ones that tie into the company’s high-level goals and bottom-line numbers. Executives want to get a pulse…

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DOL Replaces Guidance on Employee Classification

Agency Reverts to 2008 Guidance The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has withdrawn its 2014 guidance regarding the meaning and scope of the term “employment relationship” under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and replaced it with its guidance from 2008. As a result of this move, the DOL no longer advises that “most…

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Employee Filed a Workers’ Comp Claim? Here are 5 Tips for Avoiding Retaliation Lawsuits

Workers’ compensation claims often result in staggering costs for employers, including the costs of escalating rates for workers’ comp insurance. As a result, employers may develop negative feelings toward the employees who file claims, and may even be tempted to fire, demote, or otherwise punish them—particularly if their job performance had already been faltering. However,…

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Making the Workplace Safer and More Enjoyable Case Study

Case Study: All Things Metal has partnered with CBR since September 2010 to Focus on Safety and Loss Control All Things Metal came to CBR with a focus on safety, but has stepped up their game in making their workplace even safer and more enjoyable. Workers consistently exhibit pride in their workplace and report greater…

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7 Critical Steps Employers Should Take to Avoid Workplace Harassment Claims in the “#MeToo” Era

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What Should Employers and HR Professionals Know About Tax Reform?

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These 5 New Laws Will Impact California Employers Starting in 2018—Is Your Organization Ready to Comply?

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