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Summary. Workplace retaliation refers to an employer taking negative action against an employee as a response to the latter’s participation in a legally protected activity. Such activities can include filing a complaint with a government agency, reporting harassment, or speaking out against discrimination. Retaliation can take many forms, including termination, reduction in hours or pay, […]

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How To Sponsor Someone For An H-1B Visa

Summary. An H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that enables U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that demand theoretical or technical expertise. The visa is issued for up to three years with the possibility of an extension. To be eligible for an H-1B visa, a worker must have a bachelor’s degree or […]

How Much Does An Employer Pay In Taxes For An Employee?

Summary. 15.3% is the federal payroll tax, the employer pays 7.65%, and the employee pays 7.65% of the tax. The payroll tax includes the rates for social security (6.2% for employer and 6.2% for employee), Medicare (1.45% for employer and 1.45% for employee), and an additional Medicare rate (0.9% for the employee when wages exceed […]

Age Discrimination In The Workplace

Summary. Age discrimination in the workplace is treating employees differently because of their age. The Age Discrimination Employment Act of 1967 forbids age discrimination against anyone over the age of 40 in any aspect of employment, such as in hiring, firing, or employment benefits. Getting older shouldn’t impact the workforce, but in many cases, it […]

Employment Verification Laws Explained

Summary. Employment verification laws are used to protect both the employer and the employee. The laws involve confirming whether or not an employee is legally authorized to work in the U.S., in addition to protecting an employee’s privacy and civil rights. One of the most important aspects of the hiring process is to make sure […]

FMLA Parental Leave: What Employers Need To Know

Summary. The Family and Medical Leave Act or FMLA offers some protections to employees if they need to be away from work to care for a family member or if they themselves have a medical condition that temporarily makes them unable to work. Read on to learn what this means for employers. What do you […]

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FMLA Parental Leave: What Employers Need To Know

FICA Tax Employer Responsibilities

Summary. As an employer, there are many responsibilities you have that are determined by the government. Federal payroll tax withholdings are one of those responsibilities, and it’s a great place to start when you’re establishing your payroll system. Once you’ve nailed FICA taxes, it’s time to move on to other aspects of payroll, so you’re […]

Workplace Posters: Mandatory And Optional

Summary. While it may seem antiquated to post posters on the wall of your workplace, it’s a way for the Department of Labor to be sure that employees have access to the information that’s required by law. Most of the posters are sparse and draw attention to themselves as a way to be sure that […]

Employees’ Rights: What You Can – and Can’t – Legally Ask Your Employees

Employment law is a large area, covering a whole breadth of issues that touch any business, large or small. In this post, our author explains the nuances a business must strike to balance getting the most out of employees, while respecting their rights.

How To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer

You may have heard the term equal opportunity employer when applying for jobs, but what is it exactly? According to federal regulations, an equal opportunity employer is defined as “an employer that pledges to not discriminate against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, nationality, age, disability, or genetic information.” Equal opportunity is protected in […]