Bryan Driscoll

When processing Michigan payroll, there are a couple of items to be aware of—the required local and state taxes that need to be remitted and the application of the Michigan Paid Family Leave Law. Below are the basic steps to processing payroll (along with a handy checklist so you don’t miss anything), with an emphasis…

Child labor laws exist to ensure the safety, well-being, and educational opportunities of minor employees. If your small business employs minors (those aged 14 to 17), you must know and follow federal and state child labor laws. These laws limit work hours and restrict the types of jobs minors can hold, among other things. This…

An employee incident report is a formal document that records the details of an event or situation—such as workplace injuries, property damage, or harassment—that occurred at work. A clear, well-documented report process ensures that incidents are accurately tracked and quickly addressed to prevent further complications. These help businesses maintain compliance, protect employees, and provide crucial…

Learning how to do payroll in Delaware is fairly straightforward because most of its laws follow federal guidelines. Take note that there is a progressive income tax, no reciprocity with neighboring states, and an increasing minimum wage. Also, make sure you pay close attention to leave laws so you’re compliant with Delaware’s changing requirements. Running…

A moonlighting policy (also known as an outside employment policy) safeguards employers from potential conflicts of interest without needlessly limiting employees’ rights and options for working additional jobs. Employees working second jobs doesn’t typically concern employers, but in some cases, it can impact the employee’s shift availability, work productivity, and professional behavior. That’s why it’s…

Employment at-will allows employers to terminate employees without cause (meaning for any legal reason or no reason at all), provided that the termination doesn’t violate anti-discrimination or other employment statutes. It also allows employees to leave a company at any time, for any reason, provided there are no other restrictions on their employment. This gives…

Offboarding is the process of managing all aspects of an employee’s exit from your business, whether they are leaving voluntarily or involuntarily. An employee offboarding checklist, also known as a termination checklist, ensures you don’t miss steps, such as getting your office keys back and removing the former employee from databases. It also promotes your…

A non-compete agreement (NCA) safeguards a business’s assets and competitive interests by preventing current employees or other associates, like clients or partners, from seeking similar employment or starting similar businesses and taking customers with them. The agreement, or contract, is also used by a business when it has a unique or well-performing product, service, or…

Staffing agencies, also called employment agencies or temp agencies, connect job seekers with temporary, part-time, or full-time positions and assist employers in finding qualified candidates. They search through their database of candidates for those that match the requirements of the employer’s job openings. Staffing agencies typically continue managing temp workers after placement, since the worker…

Exempt and nonexempt employees are worker classifications established by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) that determine whether these employees must receive overtime pay. Exempt employee: An employee who, based on job duties and salary, is “exempt” from receiving overtime pay. Nonexempt employee: An employee who, based on job duties and salary, will receive overtime…

Nonprofits can pay their staff—IRS guidelines permit compensation for employees, including founders and executives, as long as it is reasonable. Salaries should be comparable to similar roles within the sector to avoid penalties for excessive compensation. These organizations face unique challenges in funding and payroll management, making it essential to know exactly how nonprofits pay…

Learning how to do payroll in North Carolina (NC) is pretty straightforward. It simply follows general federal guidelines, requiring you to secure a Federal Employee Identification Number and a NC Withholding Identification Number, as well as register for unemployment tax. While that may be the case, there are some regulations to note—and by using our…