Overview.  On March 20, 2017, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Revenue Procedure 2017‑28 which provides guidance to employers on obtaining employee consents used to support a claim for credit or refund of overpaid taxes under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) and the ...

The employment of minors often peaks when the school year comes to an end and the summer season arrives. Employers who hire minors have a number of responsibilities under both the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as well as applicable state laws.  Among other things, employers are ...

Many would-be employees (recent graduates and unemployed seasoned professionals alike) see unpaid internships as a way to build their resumes, gain experience, or get their proverbial foot in the door of a desired corporation.  As a result, job seekers have increasingly turned their focus ...

 On April 7, 2017, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) issued an assessment of the readiness of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to enforce Employer Shared Responsibility provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The report reveals key insights regarding the ...

Workplace perks can help you demonstrate your commitment to employees and attract and retain top talent. To remain competitive in the market, employers have come up with creative ways to compete for talent. This HR Tip covers five perks some employers are offering their employees:   #1: ...

A growing number of jurisdictions are providing partial wage replacement when employees take leave for certain family or medical reasons. These paid family leave (PFL) programs are typically funded through payroll deductions. This Tip provides an overview of existing PFL laws.   Current ...

ADP would like to remind you that Memorial Day, Monday May 29, 2017 is a bank holiday.  The Federal Reserve will be closed as will ADP’s offices. To ensure timely employee direct deposits we recommend you accept and approve your payroll 72 hours prior to pay date.  Payrolls ...

Overview.  On April 18, 2017, President Trump signed the “Buy American and Hire American” Executive Order (EO), which addresses H-1B visas. The EO calls for the application of existing U.S. laws to visa recipients and the re-evaluation of the H-1B ...

In recent years, protections for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) workers have been an evolving area of employment law. Federal court cases, state and local laws, and recent guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have helped shape the ...

A summer internship can be a great way for students to learn skills that apply to their field of study and most employers welcome the opportunity to help students prepare for the workforce. But, if you have interns, be mindful of benefits and protections available to them under the law. To help ...