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Summer heat does not wait for paperwork. When temperatures surge past triple digits across the South and Midwest, heat safety is compromised. Your crew on the asphalt or inside an unconditioned warehouse faces real danger within minutes. OSHA updated its National Emphasis Program for heat hazards to sharpen its enforcement focus. They added 22 industries […]

States are enacting new workplace artificial intelligence laws that focus on transparency and worker privacy. If your business uses software to score applicants or screen current employees, state laws now demand clear notices and strict record-keeping. Connecticut will require a disclosure starting in October when AI informs major employment decisions. Colorado mandates notices for job […]

It can be tricky to determine whether to classify your employees as exempt vs nonexempt. Good thing we’re here to help.  Exempt vs. Nonexempt: Exempt means that an employee doesn’t receive overtime pay regardless of hours worked. Nonexempt means that an employee must receive overtime pay (typically at a rate of time and a half) […]

July brings a fresh wave of state and federal compliance updates. Nextep has the complete rundown to keep your business on track. Get started using these quick links: Part 1: Federal Compliance Spotlight: New EEOC National Enforcement Plan On June 4, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) voted to replace its previous Strategic Enforcement […]

It’s that time of the year again! To stay current with the latest federal regulations, ensure your workplace labor posters are up to date. This helps you avoid potential fines and stay compliant. Several state compliance laws have changed at the start of the new year, which may require you to update your employees’ posters. […]

Plan your company’s financial strategy for 2026! To help you with your company’s budget, here’s an overview of some notable upcoming financial changes. Download your cheat sheet here: Download: 2026 Tax, FSA, and Retirement Updates   2026 Tax, FSA, and Retirement Updates 2026 2025 Taxes Social Security Wage Base $184,500 $176,100 FICA – Social Security […]

On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a significant decision in the case of Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. This ruling changes the way to evaluate employment discrimination claims, making it vital for your business to understand its implications for maintaining fair and compliant practices. The Case: Marlean Ames, a heterosexual […]

What to do when FMLA and PFML happen at the same time Employers today face a complex web of federal, state, and local laws governing employee leave for family and medical reasons. A particularly tricky area is the intersection of the federal Family and Medical Leave Act ( FMLA ) and state-paid family medical leave […]

All good things must come to an end, and sometimes, that old adage unfortunately applies to employment. When an employee separates from your company, the way you handle their final paycheck will vary based on the state they work in. We’re here to break it down for you, state by state.  In the absence of […]

Can you use job-protected FMLA leave to participate in medical trials? The Department of Labor says yes. In a recent opinion letter, the Wage & Hour division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) clarified that employees can use Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave for treatments in clinical trials. This approach helps safeguard […]

March 21, 2025 update: The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), part of the U.S. Treasury, issued an interim final rule that removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act.  As a result, all entities created in the United States and their […]

March Madness electrifies basketball fans across the US. But, the company could face a test in the resulting shift in employee focus. How do business owners balance enthusiasm and productivity? First, acknowledge the event. Ignoring it could be a mistake. As a whole, March Madness costs employers an estimated $9.6 billion in lost productivity, according […]