May 2010

Articles

Workers’ Comp Misclassification: A small mistake that can cost your company big money

Job classifications are a key determinant of Workers’ Compensation premiums. All too often, employers do not know the rules...

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Health Care Reform: Eight strategies for employers

There’s little doubt that the health care reform law will impact costs. Employers should strategize now to maximize benefits and minimize adverse effects...

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Q & A: Payroll exclusions

In calculating premium, it’s important to understand what can be excluded. Here is information regarding severance, vacation time, accrued sick leave and tips...

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Top reasons (and solutions) employees do not wear PPE

How to combat the most common excuses for not wearing personal protective equipment...

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Leadership IQ Study: Why new hires fail

A distressingly high 46% of newly hired employees will fail and the reasons are surprising...

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Case Study

Correcting misclassification a good sign for outdoor sign company

A sign company saves $12,000 annually by correcting their job classifications...

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Things You should Know

Two new tax benefits - Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE)

COBRA subsidy extended through May 31, 2010

DOL crackdown on internships

FMCSA requires electric onboard recorders for trucking companies violating Hours of Service Rules

Study: Shift work creates sleep problems in 30- to 40-year-olds

OSHA unveils new workplace initiatives at Latino summit


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