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
Top 5 Common Compensation Challenges Faced by Business Leaders March 28, 2024 With Q2 upon us, your business needs and goals may require some new employees to grow your business. A challenge many owners and leaders encounter is cost- how will these new employees be compensated? What is an appropriate salary range? Is it sustainable for the long term? In this blog, we will explore the top… Read More
Open House for HR Professionals March 26, 2024 Here at ESC, we provide our clients with HR best practices to, among other reasons, plan for growth. Now we are taking our own advice and hosting an open house for HR professionals! This is a chance for those seeking an fresh career opportunity now or in the future to learn about ESC, our… Read More
Highlights From ESC’s Recent HR Seminar March 21, 2024 Employers in New York State have no shortage of employment regulations with which they must comply. Recently, ESC co-hosted with the law firm Gross Shuman, an interactive panel discussion at the Hyatt Place. Our own Liz Warren and Katie Adrian were joined by Hugh Carlin and Kevin Burke of Gross Shuman to discuss the latest… Read More
Legal and HR Panel Discussion February 13, 2024 Employer Services Corporation and Gross Shuman PC proudly present Important Rule Changes & HR Trends for 2024 Employers in New York State have no shortage of employment regulations with which they must comply. In this interactive panel discussion designed for business owners and executives, Liz Warren and Katie Adrian of Employer Services Corporation will be… Read More
2024 HR Trends & Legislation to Watch January 2, 2024 The start of a new calendar year presents a great opportunity to plan for the year ahead. As employee experience guidance and compliance requirements evolve, keeping abreast of trends and pending legislation allows you to prepare for challenges coming down the pike. In the spirit of proactiveness, here are 6 topics to keep on your… 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