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The new Form I-9 is here, and it has some changes that you need to know about. The latest version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, took effect on August 1, 2023. Employers should take note this new form has a few changes. Here’s a quick rundown. Employers must use the new form for all […]

Are You Paying Your High-Earning Employees Correctly? In a recent case, the Supreme Court issued an opinion clarifying the overtime-exempt status requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).  The ruling emphasizes the importance of the salary-basis requirement for high-earning employees to be overtime-exempt under the FLSA. Here’s what you need to know: Under the […]

Don’t worry. Nextep’s payroll processing is unaffected by the SVB closure. At Nextep, we understand that the recent closure of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has caused concern for our clients and their employees who bank with SVB. We want to assure you that Nextep’s ability to process payroll remains unaffected by this event. We are […]

Your Guide to DOL’s Latest Guidance on Telework, Lactation Breaks, and FMLA Eligibility for Remote Employees Are you an employer of employees who telework, or employees who needs breaks for lactation? Then you’ll want to read this update! The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently released Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) No. 2023-1, which covers several […]

Your Guide to the Latest Court Ruling on the FLSA Administrative Exemption If you’re an employer in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Puerto Rico, listen up! The 1st US Circuit Court of Appeals has clarified the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) administrative exemption, and it could be a game-changer for your business. In […]

Empowering Employees and Employers Alike to Create Inclusive Work Environments As of January 24, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has updated its guidance on correctly handling people with hearing disabilities at work under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This updated guidance is essential for employers looking to create a more inclusive and […]

Your Intro to the H1-B Visa Process Exciting news for employers eagerly anticipating the 2024 H-1B cap initial registration period! Federal immigration officials have officially announced that registration will open between March 1 to March 17, 2023. Employers can register for the H-1B cap using USCIS’s online registration system. The H-1B visa, as a reminder, […]

Rest Up! For Illinois Workers, ODRISA is Now Law Beginning in 2023, The One Day Rest In Seven Act (ODRISA) allows Illinois employees the right to take one day off in seven, plus breaks during a long workday.  Here’s a breakdown of the basics: Employees must get a minimum of 24 hours of rest every […]

Starting in 2023, Illinois workers have expanded job-protected bereavement leave under the Family Bereavement Leave Act (FBLA). Let’s dig into the details. FBLA allows eligible employees to take up to 10 work days of unpaid leave following the death of a family member. Specifically, they are allowed time for any of the events covered by […]

Your medical leave could qualify for paid time off if you work in Colorado.  We’re familiar with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), allowing qualified employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to care for themselves or a family member during certain medical or family events. But the FAMLI program takes this coverage […]

How to handle the SSN in the workplace The Social Security Administration has announced that an individual may now self-select their gender on their social security number (SSN) record. Previously, the sex marker would have to match medical records and other legal documentation. Now, a person can select the male or female sex designation of […]

Minimum wages across many cities and a handful of states will increase on July 1, 2021. As a reminder, when state law differs from federal law, employers must use the one that benefits the employee the most. For example, if a state’s minimum wage is higher than the $7.25 federal minimum wage, it must be […]