Are Your Independent Contractors Actually Employees?

Calling someone an independent contractor doesn't necessarily make them one in the eyes of the law.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 1, 20262026, Are Your Independent Contractors Actually Employees?Comment

Are Your Commission-Only Employees Creating Compliance Risk?

Paying employees through commissions can be an effective compensation strategy, but it doesn't automatically eliminate minimum wage and overtime obligations.

Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 18, 2026Are Your Commission-Only Employees Creating Compliance Risk?, 2026Comment

Your Employee Handbook Shouldn't Be a Time Capsule

An employee handbook should evolve with your business, because outdated policies can create confusion, inconsistency, and unnecessary legal risk.

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 11, 2026Your Employee Handbook Shouldn't Be a Time Capsule, 2026, employee handbook, complianceComment

Could Your Salaried Employees Be Owed Overtime?

Paying someone a salary doesn't automatically exempt them from overtime requirements.

Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 6, 2026Could Your Salaried Employees Be Owed Overtime?, 2026Comment

Preparing for Increased Form I-9 Enforcement

With federal immigration enforcement expected to increase, now is the time for employers to review their Form I-9 compliance before an audit forces the issue.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 4, 2026Preparing for Increased Form I-9 Enforcement, 2026, Compliance, ICE penaltiesComment

Court Ruling Creates New Uncertainty Around H-1B Visa Fee

The future of the $100,000 H-1B visa fee remains uncertain following a federal court decision striking down the measure.

Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 3, 2026Court Ruling Creates New Uncertainty Around H-1B Visa Fee, 2026Comment

Are Your Payroll Practices Shortchanging Employees on Overtime?

Many employers are surprised to learn that overtime is calculated by the workweek, not by the pay period.

Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 28, 2026Are Your Payroll Practices Be Shortchanging Employees on Overtime?, 2026Comment

Could Your Bonus Program Be Creating Overtime Liability?

You may have created a bonus program to motivate employees, but certain incentives can affect overtime calculations in ways many employers don't expect.

Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 21, 2026Could Your Bonus Program Be Creating Overtime Liability?, 2026Comment

Can Employees Legally Work a Second Job?

Many employers have never considered whether their handbook addresses outside employment until a situation arises. Taking the time to review those policies now can help eliminate uncertainty later.

Remote Work, Policy, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 7, 2026Can Employees Legally Work a Second Job?, 2026Comment

What Three Types of Issues Does the HR MRI Uncover — and Why Do They Matter?

Not every HR issue carries the same level of risk, which is why knowing what is critical, major, and administrative can save a business time, money, and unnecessary disruption.

Compliance, Employment Law, StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyJune 30, 2026What Three Types of Issues Does the HR MRI Uncover — and Why Do They Matter?, 2026, HR MRI, Compliance, Risk, StrategyComment

Is Your Client’s Business Fine - Or Has Nobody Looked Closely Yet?

Many businesses assume everything is fine because nothing has gone wrong yet, but hidden HR risks often stay quiet until they become expensive problems.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyMay 19, 2026Is Your Client’s Business Fine - Or Has Nobody Looked Closely Yet?, 2026, HR MRI, Compliance, RiskComment

What Employers Need to Know About New York’s New Credit Check Law

Beginning April 18, many employers hiring in New York will need to stop using credit checks unless a specific legal exception applies.

Compliance, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyApril 28, 2026What Employers Need to Know About New York’s New Credit Check Law, 2026, Employment Law, New York LegislationComment