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Paid time off (PTO) is one of the most valued employee benefits, but managing it isn’t always simple. As workplace policies evolve, companies may be asking, ...
Hiring a new employee? Like many business owners, you may not have a formal process for writing job descriptions, but ...
Noncompete agreements, or "non competes," are legal tools that protect companies from unfair competition but can also ...
Despite work being a significant part of most people's lives, many employers overlook the importance of mental health ...
Originally published November 17, 2016. Updated September 27, 2024. Unemployment claims for franchise owners are a ...
Labor Day is more than just a long weekend or the unofficial end of summer -- it is a day set aside to honor and ...
We are half-way through 2024 and it has already been a busy and fast-paced year. The ever-evolving employment law ...
Operating a business involves managing numerous responsibilities, including the proper handling of employee payroll. ...
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become a common reality for many companies. While the flexibility ...
On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule, Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for ...
Originally published June 27, 2017. Updated March 22, 2024.
As the oldest and one of the largest industries, construction work includes the building and engineering of new ...
You recently hired a manager and, after confirming you have correctly classified them as an exempt salaried employee, ...
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule revising the Department’s guidance on how to ...
In the fast-paced and intricate world of manufacturing, the strategic management of human resources can be a deciding ...
Navigating the world of HR compliance can be daunting. It’s essential to understand the ever-changing landscape to ...
As an employer, you are always on the lookout for ways to be efficient and cut unnecessary costs to your business. As ...
Businesses that invest in employee training often find that it helps them maintain a competitive advantage and leads to ...
Our goal is to keep you informed of changes associated with the Form I-9 that will impact you as an employer. Read on ...
Navigating the open enrollment process can be complex and challenging for employers, but it is a critical opportunity ...
After years of court disagreement on an employer’s duty to accommodate pregnant workers, the confusion is finally being ...
Disruptions can happen to any business, whether it’s a natural disaster, cyber-attack, or unexpected event. Such ...
Hiring a minor (individual under the age of 18 years old) can make good business sense to many companies, and some jobs ...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when people across the globe come together to shine a light on mental ...
When it comes to paychecks, we all know that Uncle Sam will get his cut in the form of federal/state income tax, social ...
Although we wish there weren't problems to address with our employees, sometimes there are. This is one of the more ...
Workers’ Compensation Defined Put simply, workers’ compensation is insurance that provides cash benefits and medical ...
With the prevalence of workplace romances and the drama they can bring, many employers opt to put policies in place ...
Starbucks and Amazon are just two of the latest examples of businesses making headlines because of worker unionization ...
While employers have been endeavoring to stay on top of employee retention and engagement challenges in 2022, such as ...
Originally published December 18, 2020. As we inch closer toward the end of the year, many employees may begin to wind ...
Being a manager of people isn’t easy. In order to communicate your company’s vision, marshal resources, and achieve ...
What is Pay Transparency? Pay transparency is defined as the degree to which employers are open about what, why, how, ...
Human capital is said to be the single most vital asset of a company – above an organization's data, technology, or ...
Move over “great resignation”, there is a new trend in town: “quiet quitting.” While quiet quitting—defined as ...
With Election Day right around the corner and increased interest in political discourse, some political conversations ...
Originally published November 9, 2020. The collective events of recent times — such as the pandemic, increased ...
Although remote work is popular among employees, it poses challenges for employers who are used to keeping a watchful ...
As summer comes to an end, some people are wondering why they’re still feeling burnout. A potential reason for this ...
Back-to-school season is right around the corner, and you may have already started to notice signs of anxiety among ...
What is your standard operating procedure when it comes to new hires?
As a manager, your responsibilities in an organization are vast and your job is demanding.
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If you have an employee that needs accommodations due to a disability, do you know what to do? Let’s consider a ...
As a manager, handling a situation of workplace harassment can be difficult. If your employee approaches you with a ...
It goes without saying that safety must always take top priority in the workplace.
Original Publication Date: May 7, 2021 No workplace is immune to mental health concerns, and the past two years have ...
As a business, prioritizing a balance of responsibilities in your workforce is more than efficient: It’s critical for ...
With bipartisan support, Congress has passed legislation to eliminate the use of mandatory arbitration clauses in cases ...
Scenario: You have an employee who has worked with your company for two years. He typically does acceptable work – he’s ...
As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. As your business grows, you’ll need more employees on your ...
Does your company hire employees in New York City (NYC) and conduct pre-employment background checks? If yes, there are ...
The amount of US adults who smoke cigarettes declined from 20.9% in 2005 to 14% in 2019, almost a 7% drop. This can be ...
Exit interviews can provide an employer with valuable insights into their organization. Departing employees are likely ...
The unprecedented nature of 2020 impacted every facet of life, including the economy. COVID-19 immediately upended the ...
President-Elect Joe Biden will be sworn into office as the 46th president of the United States of America on Wednesday, ...
Taking precautions and following safety measures by social distancing and limiting gatherings has made people feel ...
As the year comes to a close, many companies hold annual performance reviews. A performance review is used to support ...
The 2020 presidential election is right around the corner. Although Election Day is not a federal holiday, more and ...
In recent years, construction companies have been booming in many parts of the country, while cost pressures have ...
Schools across the United States are opening their doors – virtually and many physically, too – to students this fall. ...
What is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)? The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that became ...
This week, the Republican National Convention (RNC) is in full swing, where Republican delegates formally re-nominated ...
Studies show that businesses that hire diverse candidates and emphasize inclusion have a leading edge in innovation, ...
Back in March, when we were scrambling to react to COVID-19, many were faced with challenges related to childcare – ...
The coronavirus pandemic has caused widespread disruption in the United States, with governments at all levels ...
In a 6 to 3 vote on Monday, June 15, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that workplace discrimination because of an ...
We all hope to select the best ways to save for retirement as early on as possible in our careers. Many of us dream of ...
As businesses begin to reopen across the United States, the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health ...
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, employee medical information and confidentiality has become an especially important ...
The economic fallout caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the job market, resulting in over ...
Unemployment claims can be time-consuming and tedious, especially considering a single claimant can cost a company ...
When you partner with FrankCrum, you can expect a reduced workload, improved HR, and access to big company benefits. ...
How Employers Can Help Remote Employees With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty all around, employees ...
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that the paid leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response ...
Knowing the essentials of business law is crucial to an owner. In our decades of partnering with businesses of all ...
The last major redesign of the Form W-4 occurred in 1987 – over 30 years ago. When updates became necessary due to ...
As you probably know by now, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced their final rule for the Fair Labor ...
Equal pay for equal work is a hot topic for employers in 2019, partly because social movements have brought attention ...
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) ...
In a competitive job market, it can be tempting to swoop up talented employees quickly, but failing to research a ...
An I-9 Guide for Employers The Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986 requires all US employers to complete ...
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a proposed rule which would make more than a million American ...
For many business owners, managing the cost of having employees, and the challenges that come with being an employer, ...
Workplace laws are some of the most difficult to navigate because they are complex and can vary based on state and ...
The employers of small and mid-sized businesses often struggle with running the business and handling the demands of ...
Tis the season for holiday shopping and extra deliveries. Whether a business has a physical storefront or operates ...
The federal government recently issued its fall Unified Regulatory Agenda, and there are several wage and hour topics ...
Know the Voting Leave Laws in Your State Election Day is just a few days away and predictions indicate high voter ...
Leave of absence administration outsourcing can benefit employers. The labor and employment legal landscape have ...
Many employers offer voluntary benefits to supplement their core benefit plans. Supplemental insurance plans appeal to ...
Learning the Americans with Disabilities Act definition and navigating employment law is critical to avoiding legal ...
When it comes to the onboarding process, some employers think onboarding means the same thing as orientation, but it’s ...
A pre-employment background check is a step in the hiring process that a company uses to verify that a job candidate is ...
Workplace culture is the environment that surrounds everyone at work—a system made up of shared beliefs, values and ...
Workplace bullying may be more common than you think. According to research published in Forbes from Dr. Judy Blando, ...
EEOC stands for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. An EEOC complaint is filed with the Equal Employment ...
When it comes to sexual harassment training, you want to spend a little extra time with supervisors and any other ...
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII ...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is more common than you might think and costs employers millions of dollars each ...
A PEO like FrankCrum can help you prevent sexual harassment in the workplace by helping you create a sound sexual ...
The #MeToo movement, a campaign against sexual harassment and assault, is making headlines across the country. Women ...
Domestic or dating violence may seem like something too personal to creep into the workplace. But, if you think ...
ERISA compliance protects the assets of millions of Americans so funds placed in retirement plans during their working ...
The following article appeared in the Engineering News-Record (ENR.com) which provides engineering and construction ...
It’s your job as an employer to help keep your employees safe on the job, and that doesn’t just mean providing them ...
Reaching out for HR advice and guidance is the best decision you can make when it comes to the potential of sex ...
When it comes to HR risk management, establishing HR compliance is the key to success. However, it’s not achieved ...
One of the most dangerous mistakes you can make as an employer is to be unaware of or unwilling to comply with ...
When it comes to defending a workplace lawsuit, strong written policies with signed acknowledgements from your ...
If you’ve been in business any amount of time, you likely already know there’s nothing employers can necessarily do ...
Whether you’re an office manager, or a business owner trying to do the jobs of several people, payroll is an important ...
When it comes to calculating overtime and travel time, employers need to pay extra attention to overtime requirements ...
To deduct or not to deduct? It’s a common question for employers and a complex issue you want to get right. For both ...
School’s almost out for summer and that means it’s time to think about hiring minors to work during their break. Keep ...
Wage and hour issues are some of the most common obstacles for employers. Therefore, when tracking hours worked for ...
Employers should take their time filling out new-hire paperwork, especially when it comes to classifying employees. ...
Employee retention, or finding and keeping the best employees is the primary goal of all employers. Too many times, top ...
When you run a business, and want to retain your best employees, you have to keep them satisfied. Many employers do ...
When it comes to attracting top talent, you want to make sure you’re offering competitive benefits and employee perks. ...
As you know, social media is part of mainstream life. Nearly everyone uses Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn, ...
When it comes to hiring the best employees out there, it is a two way street. You know, from an employer perspective, ...
Being a great interviewer involves more than just learning about a potential candidate’s skills and personality traits. ...
Many of you may be wondering whether the GOP’s proposed ACA Replacement might end the Employer Mandate and Required ...
When it comes to hiring and retaining top talent, it’s important to vet potential employees thoroughly. But what ...
Ignoring HR liabilities can cost your business money. HR liabilities arise through employment or termination of any ...
Recruiting and hiring the best people for a business can be one of the most challenging endeavors business owners face. ...
When you’re busy running a business, HR is probably the last thing you want to deal with. But learning to recognize ...
President Donald Trump has only been in office a week, and already, he’s working to repeal and replace the Affordable ...
If you’ve been running a small business for any amount of time, you know how challenging it can be to grow your ...
With the new year may come the need for new hires, so it’s a good time for a refresh on new hire reporting. As you ...
If you’re running a business, you may or may not have heard of a PEO. A professional employer organization offers ...
2017 is predicted to be a year of change, mostly because of all the turnover in Washington. Donald Trump will be sworn ...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and for the hospitality industry, it can also be the most lucrative. But ...
Change is never easy, but it’s essential to a growing enterprise. Having effective and efficient processes is one of ...
It’s rewarding to look back over three and a half decades of supporting employers as a Professional Employer ...
Many employees consider voting to be one of their fundamental rights and may even say that voting is their duty. ...
Smoking is the largest cause of preventable illness and death in the United States. It is estimated that workers who ...
Many employers and contractors may have already made the move toward outsourcing payroll services, employee benefits ...
Have you ever found yourself asking the following question: “My employee has been off work for an injury – do I have to ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" You offer ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" Employee or ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" No one can ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" Advance ...
The use of illegal drugs, alcohol, and abuse of prescription medications has entered the workplace at an alarming rate. ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" ...
The following is an excerpt from our latest guide, "A Business Owner's Guide to HR: Is There a Better Way?" We’ve all ...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that was established in 1990 that prohibits ...
Picture this--another day goes by with check boxes unmarked on your "to-do" list because you spent most of the day on ...
Over the years employment laws have increased protections for employees which has brought about more litigious ...
Are your practices regarding performance appraisals helping your business or hurting it? Utilizing an Effective ...
Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) can be great tools for improving employee performance. But how do you decide ...
What do you do if an employee needs to take extended medical leave? This includes the birth of a child, or to care for ...
Do you know if you’re a large employer as defined by the ACA? David Peasall, SPHR, Human Resources Director, discusses ...
The following article was originally posted on www.fsrmagazine.com, in October 2015: "Many restaurant owners and ...
Halloween can be a fun time for kids and adults alike. If you plan to celebrate with your employees, you should ...
Are you wondering how to handle employee relation issues? As an employer, it’s important to have the knowledge and ...
With so much information and misinformation about health reform, many businesses find it hard to keep everything ...
There are a million things to know and to do to comply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Okay, so maybe not a million ...
Managers often perceive performance reviews as a tedious and pointless requirement; however, reviews are essential for ...
Are you a business owner who feels like the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has turned into the “Agony and Confusion Act?” ...
Are you aware of the employer mandate section of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? This means that as an employer, you ...
Harassment complaints can be an uncomfortable experience, and frankly, a real bear to deal with. Keep your business out ...
The EEO-1 Reporting deadline is quickly approaching; do you know if your business is prepared? If you’re unsure of what ...
Can you think of some common reasons why an employer would contact an HR consultant? While there may be hundreds of ...
As a small business owner, you are expected to be an all-encompassing resource for your staff. You started with a ...
Let’s face it: You need five ways to reduce costs in a business because as a business owner, you know all of the costs ...
If you’re like most managers, terminating an employee is one of your least favorite duties. Unfortunately, we can’t ...
Efficient HR record keeping is a crucial part of properly running a business, and business owners should work closely ...
A Human Resource Information System (HRIS) is a valuable platform that can benefit businesses of all sizes. HRIS ...
Thousands of companies have discovered that outsourcing their HR functions to a PEO gives them access to big company ...
Employers, while usually very well-intentioned, tend to make two HR mistakes - both of which are related to money and ...
Small business owners are the drivers of business strategy and vitality, but typically they also have to fill a variety ...
Last November, several states voted to legalize and tax the recreational use of marijuana. This marked a significant ...
It’s Best to Be Prepared for All Contingencies Running a business is hard enough without worrying about liability and ...
Elections are just a few days away, and everyone should exercise their right to vote. Depending on whether your state ...
If you're thinking about hiring a teenager to work in your business, you'll need to check out your state's Child Labor ...
A Kansas City, MO restaurant was recently accused of unlawful retaliation against employees who had participated in a ...
Many employers have given workers pre-tax dollars to help them pay for their own individual health coverage. But now, a ...
It's a common situation: an employee comes to you holding a summons for jury duty. They've been called to fulfill their ...
Understanding the unemployment claims system can go a long way in keeping taxes low for you, the employer. The system ...
President Obama wants his administration to change the rules regarding who is eligible for overtime pay under Fair ...
If you own more than one business or have a business relationship with another company in which you “share” the same ...
An employee wants to take time off for family or medical reasons. How do you, the employer, determine if you are ...
We can all agree that moms are special people. And the law agrees, because there are special laws that protect pregnant ...
The ACA does not require that coverage offered to dependent children be "affordable" or subsidized at the same level as ...
Many employers who do offer health insurance to their workers have asked us what happens when employees decline that ...
Are you having a hard time keeping up to date on what’s happening regarding all these recent health care reform ...
The Affordable Care Act affects everyone – both employers and their employees. With health care reform, your employees ...
Holiday party season is upon us; but it’s important to remember that corporate parties can be a liability for the ...
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