Update—California Fast Food Minimum Wage Exemptions

A mere seven days before the new minimum wage for employees of fast food restaurants is set to take effect in California, the legislature added new exemptions to the law. (Reminder: the law only applies to restaurants that are part of a fast food chain with more than...

Maine Veterans’ Benefits and Services Poster Now Available

In June of 2023, Maine passed a law requiring that employers with more than 50 full-time equivalent employees display a yet-to-be-created poster about veterans’ benefits and services. Well, the time has come—it’s been created! This poster needs to be displayed in a...

California Fast Food Worker Exempt Salary Increase

In the 11th hour, the California Department of Industrial Relations has updated its FAQs to indicate that the April 1 minimum wage increase for fast food workers will also increase the minimum salary threshold for exempt executive, administrative, and professional...

Utah Adds Military Protections

Utah has re-enacted and expanded its military protections—the law was signed and took effect immediately on March 18, 2024. The law requires employers of all sizes to provide military leave and other employment rights. Specifically, employers are required to: Provide...

California Fast Food Worker Minimum Wage Increase

Beginning April 1, 2024, the minimum wage for many fast food employees will be $20 per hour. This new minimum wage applies to employees who work for a fast food restaurant in California that’s part of a national fast food chain. The law defines a national fast food...
HR Infrastructure – Why do you need HR at your small business?

HR Infrastructure – Why do you need HR at your small business?

HR Infrastructure – Why do you need HR at your small business? HR Infrastructure is an essential part of any growing business!   Build out your infrastructure before you miss the opportunity to do it properly from day 1!   In the world of small businesses,...