Concierge HR Solutions

10/16/2018

If you are planning a costume party at work, be sure to lay down the rules of the game ahead of time: No costumes that are sexually explicit, make fun of someone's race or religion, or that are too gruesome.

10/13/2018

Starting Jan. 1, 2019, the maximum earnings that will be subject to the Social Security payroll tax will increase to $132,900. Before the start of new year, U.S. employers should adjust their payroll systems to account for the higher taxable wage base.

09/14/2018

When disasters strike, numerous employment laws covering leave and pay are implicated. The following can help guide you on how to pay workers who couldn’t come to work because of Hurricane Florence as well as manage and designate leave. 🌪🌨🌊

Natural disasters bring an all-too timely reminder of pay and benefits issues that HR managers should bear in mind.

09/06/2018

Flexible work schedules are powerful weapons in the war for talent in the current labor market. Are you doing all you can to attract and retain top talent?

In a tight labor market, employers will need to offer enticing benefits to recruit, engage and keep top talent.

09/04/2018

Back to school season doesn’t just apply to children...

The back-to-school season brings stresses, worries and guilt for working parents.

08/10/2018

As back to school season starts, don’t forget that North Carolina requires employers to provide leave for parents and guardians to attend their children's school-related activities. 👩🏻‍🏫 🚌 📚

06/01/2018

Don't forget, OSHA 300A forms for covered establishments are due by July 1st!!

Not sure if you're covered, give us a call...

05/24/2018

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer and, for many employers, the official start of a relaxed dress code. Because summer clothing can be more casual and revealing than attire worn at other times of the year, there may be an increase in dress-code violations. To avoid the increase in violations and wasted time dealing with he violations, be sure you have a policy in place that defines what is work appropriate apparel and what is not and be sure to remind your employees of the guidelines as the warm weather begins.

When it comes to dressing casually at work during the summer, what's appropriate and what's not?

04/11/2018

When was the last time you reviewed your Anti-Harassment Policy? Call us, we can help.

Now is not the time for outdated policies.

04/09/2018

Your employee refuses to sign your carefully documented disciplinary action. Do you know what to do? We do...

04/06/2018

From chief relaxation officer to dragon slayer to fairy godmother, unconventional work titles can foster a greater sense of purpose among employees.

04/04/2018

Some businesses may prefer paying workers with payroll debit cards rather than by check or direct deposit, but employers should be aware of laws that regulate the use of payroll cards and not make them mandatory.