by Andres Nunez | Apr 10, 2020 | Blog
For our weekly “Bright Spot” we are sending a great, big Shout-Out to Patagonia Outdoor Clothing & Gear. Patagonia has temporarily closed their stores, offices and other operations – yet all Patagonia employees will continue to receive their regular pay during...
by Andres Nunez | Apr 10, 2020 | Blog
The kid is home, the dog needs to be walked, there is a load of laundry waiting to be washed, dinner needs to be prepared, and my favorite show is streaming on Netlfix. How do I stay productive during my work hours?! Try these strategies to stay focused even when you...
by Andres Nunez | Apr 10, 2020 | Blog
Like most businesses today, you might be dealing with a remote workforce as a means to either comply with a direct order from authorities, to reduce the risks of spreading the coronavirus at work, or both. Managing employees working from home requires a different...
by Andres Nunez | Apr 10, 2020 | Blog
Whether you are an employer or an employee, you have undoubtedly heard about the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) concerning employee paid leave rights. This new law requires employers with less than 500 employees to provide employees with emergency...
by Andres Nunez | Apr 2, 2020 | Blog
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will temporarily exempt employers from reviewing employee identity and employment authorization documents in person. However, employers must inspect Section 2 documents remotely (e.g., over video link, fax or email, etc.) and...
by Andres Nunez | Apr 2, 2020 | Blog
If your company recently laid off employees or reduced work hours, a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Claim Filed is received each time an employee files for Unemployment Insurance benefits. The State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES), found on the EDD site, is...