People & Employment
● Florida Minimum Wage Increases on January 1st 2018 --
Now is the time to be sure your business is in compliance on January 1st #minimumwage #floridawage #minimumpay #KulzickCPA (12.06.2017 - © 2017 R. Kulzick)
● Employers - New I-9 Form Required - What You Need to Know --
A new version of the I-9 Form for new employees must be used beginning January 22, 2016.
There are serious fines for anyone not having a valid I-9 form on file for every employee.
In this link ADP answers questions about the new form. (12.12.2016)
● Seasonal Hiring for Small Businesses: 5 Tips to Prepare --
Do you hire seasonal workers? If so, these are some good tips to assure that you hire smart, improve productivity and stay in compliance. (3.15.2016)
● 7 HR Basics for Small Businesses --
Here's a brief description of 7 basic areas that small businesses need to pay attention to. If you don't have an HR person, check with a trusted adviser as to how these may affect your particular operation. (11.24.2015)
A brief overview of some of the many labor and tax law requirements for anyone hiring an employee. There can be significant fines and long-running problems generated by failing to follow hiring rules. Note that there may also be local laws relating to hiring and employment. Check with your adviser if you are just hiring your first employee, or for periodic reviews of your hiring practices. (10.31.2015)
● Employers: Have fewer than 50 Employees? Here’s how ACA Affects You
Quick overview from the IRS as to how the Affordable Care Act affects employers with fewer than 50 employees. (4.06.2016)
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Florida Minimum Wages Increased on January 1, 201729 states, including Florida, have higher minimum wage rates than the federal level - which is $7.25 ($10.20 for federal contractors in 2017 - which applies in Florida).
For more information on Florida minimums, see our LinkedIn post. (1.03.2017 - © 2017 R. Kulzick)
Hiring your first employee is a big step for most businesses. Tax and labor regulations and filing requirements are complex, confusing, and costly if you don't follow the rules. If you haven't before, it's critical by this step that you get a good small business CPA in your corner. (3.07.2016)
Employees - what the law is about how you pay them, and an overview of proposed new rules that would make many more employees eligible for overtime pay. (3.14.2016)
ADP explains the current rules regarding paying commissioned and tipped employees. It's not a simple as you might think to avoid big penalties and lawsuits. (2.01.2016)
Changes in how companies operate and structure jobs has resulted in new exposures for business in relation to "joint employees." Essentially people working as an employee for two different companies, can create serious job headaches. Read an explanation from ADP of the circumstances to watch out for in your organization. (2.18.2016)
Internships can be great experiences for both the employer and employee - but if you're looking for free labor, you could be inviting trouble.
Interns are employees unless your company meets all six Department of Labor rules outlined in this article.
As employees, they are entitled to be paid and have the same job protections as any other employee - including minimum wages and overtime. (6.10.2015 - © 2015 R. Kulzick)
● Florida Law Limits When You Can Employ Minors
Does your Florida business employ individuals younger than 18? If so, you are subject to child labor laws restricting work hours, safety, and permitted jobs. For more information see the Florida Child Labor website. (12.15.2015 - © 2015 R. Kulzick)
● For the Boss: Taking Time Off --
Working continuously every day, year after year, can harm your business as well as your personal life. But, many small business owners often find it difficult to take a vacation. The excuses are many, but the result is the same.
At the same time, don't let a well needed vacation end up wearing you down. This quick-read article gives you some excellent advice for what to do, as a business owner, before, during and after taking a vacation. (7.07.2016)
● Remote Employees: 3 Tips for Creating a Dynamic Working Relationship --
Some good tips on managing remote workers - especially those nearby. (1.11.2016)