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Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees: What’s The Difference?

HR Lineup

Understanding the distinction between exempt and non-exempt status is crucial for both employers and employees alike, as it dictates various aspects of employment, including eligibility for overtime pay, minimum wage requirements, and exemption from certain labor regulations. Each exempt category has its own set of criteria that must be met.

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21 Financial Events and Trends During 2021

Money Talk

There were many unfilled jobs and higher labor costs were passed on to consumers. Fraud- Top fraud categories reported by the Federal Trade Commission in a 2021 report were imposter, online, and internet services scams. There were also COVID-19 related scams including those for fake tests, vaccines, charities, and government benefits.

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What is Workers' Compensation Self-insurance?

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The Public Policy Objective Most developed economies have systems of social protection that offer cash benefits in case of work-related injuries. Exclusive Remedy Workers’ compensation is considered a form of “social insurance” and operates based on a social contract between management and labor.

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Employment Laws: Navigating the Maze of Regulations

HR Digest

From the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), we’ll break down the essential regulations that can impact your business. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): The Unexpected Guest You might think that the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) is only relevant if you employ unionized workers.

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Who do You Trust?

Florida Workers' Comp

In order of their ranking for "Very High," the following list ranks the top ten: Nurses, Medical Doctors, Pharmacists, High School Teachers, Police Officers, Clergy, Judges, Accountants, Labor Union Leaders, and Bankers. Seriously, when was the last time you met a "labor union leader" at a local holiday reception?

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Drugs and Overdose

Florida Workers' Comp

That may be related to increased availability and incredible danger of Fentanyl, see Fentanyl is Killing - Still (November 2021) Notably, the government has concluded that only about 40% of overdose death involves prescription medication. percent of the deaths in that exposure category. percent of the deaths in that exposure category.

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Contractor Overtime: Overtime Rules for Remote Contractors

HR Lineup

Generally, workers fall into two categories: employees and independent contractors. Employees are subject to federal and state labor laws governing minimum wage, overtime pay, and other employment benefits. In contrast, independent contractors are not entitled to the same protections under labor laws.