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Welcome to October

October marks the beginning of the final quarter of the year. While obviously best known for concluding with…

Human Resources

Final Countdown Begins on Premium Pay

The Massachusetts Legislature in 2018 passed what was called the “Grand Bargain,” which increased the minimum wage while…

This Week in Massachusetts – September 20

Tax Increase Could be Diverted Eagle Tribune – Money from a proposed tax on the state’s top earners…

Human Resources

Ask the Hotline: Holiday Pay and Permits

Question Our retail business is planning to open on both Columbus Day and Veterans Day this year. My…

This Week in Massachusetts – September 13

Biden Outlines Infrastructure Package for Logan Airport Boston Globe – President Biden on Monday touted the bipartisan infrastructure…

This Week in Massachusetts – September 7

Election Results The Massachusetts primaries for statewide office were held last night. The winners for each respective race…

Workforce

New rules May Soon Amend Remote I-9 Document Review Process

One of the great frustrations for employers during the pandemic has been handling Form I-9 requirements for remote…

Human Resources

Ask the Hotline | Layoff Trigger Legal Obligations

Question My company is planning to lay off about 50 employees in the next few weeks. We currently…

Human Resources

Poster Compliance Fines Increase

The cost of failing to display the appropriate employment-law posters in your workplace continues to rise. Under a…