Department of Labor’s AI Principles for the Workplace July 25, 2024 Every time you open your inbox or scan trending news articles, you are sure to come across something about Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI has quickly become a hot topic across industries, including Human Resources (HR). A fear that has come out of the quick growth of AI is that it will replace workers. The Biden-Harris… Read More
Compliance Updates for Summer 2024 July 18, 2024 Here at ESC, our compliance department is consistently monitoring labor-related rules and regulations on the federal, state, and local levels. We identify and advise our clients on updates to existing regulations, newly enacted legislation, and labor-related items in the legislative pipeline. Here are three key updates for summer 2024: Paid Lactation Breaks and Paid Prenatal… Read More
5 Tips for Managing Political Discussion in the Workplace June 13, 2024 At the beginning of 2024, one of the HR trends to keep an eye on was the social and political climate. Between the presidential debate scheduled for later this month, increased action on the campaign trail, and the wide media coverage of former President Trump’s conviction, some political conversation is likely to trickle into the… Read More
The Current State of the Job Market and Implications for Employers May 30, 2024 In the post pandemic era, the labor market has presented many challenges for employers from the Great Resignation to Quiet Quitting. As of April 2024, the current US job market shows a generally positive picture. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported an increase of 175,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, which, although healthy, is below the… Read More
Recognizing National PEO Week: How Partnering with a PEO Benefits Businesses May 22, 2024 This week kicks off National PEO Week! The first PEO week was celebrated in 2023, as proclaimed by Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN), who is also a former PEO employee. Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) like ESC serve small and mid-size businesses and provide business owners with peace of mind with reduced liabilities, greater employee benefit… Read More
Marijuana Deregulation and Workplace Concerns for NYS Employers April 25, 2024 The Deregulation of Marijuana in NYS In March 2021, the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act was signed into law, making New York the 15th state to legalize recreational marijuana. The Cannabis Law legalized the use of cannabis (also known as marijuana or recreational marijuana) by adults 21 years of age or older. The legislation established… Read More
2024 Updates to New York State Minimum Wage December 14, 2023 New York State Department of Labor has recently published the minimum hourly wage increase to become effective January 1, 2024. They have also released regulations for the corresponding increase to the salary exempt threshold for those exempt from overtime under the administrative or executive exemption, which is expected to be finalized. NY State Minimum… Read More
Reflecting On Google’s Empire: What Has Made Them So Successful? November 10, 2023 Google is easily one of the most recognized companies of our time. The company was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin in 1998, and since has skyrocketed to success. What was once just a simple search engine, is now a global technology giant, offering numerous services and products that have become a part of… Read More
I-9 Compliance Considerations October 27, 2023 Much has already been written about changes in the I-9 verification form. The well-known form is used to “verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.” This is one of the most important onboarding documents and completing it correctly is crucial, as penalties for non-compliance are steep –… Read More
Cybersecurity is Everyone’s Business September 27, 2023 Cybersecurity plays a crucial role in every aspect of an organization, including the Human Resources department. As HR departments handle sensitive employee data, it is crucial to ensure the protection of this information from cyber threats and maintain the privacy and confidentiality of employees. Employee Data Protection HR departments maintain a huge amount of… Read More