HR Compliance Update – California Releases Model Whistleblowers Notice

In July 2024, California amended its whistleblower protection law to allow employers the option of using a state-created model notice that lists employees’ rights and responsibilities. Using this notice ensures compliance with the law’s posting requirement. The state...

HR Compliance Update: New Year’s Roundup: Federal Edition 2025

The following federal law changes take effect on January 1, 2025, unless otherwise noted. IRS MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE The IRS standard mileage rate will be 70 cents per mile driven for business purposes (up from 67 cents in 2024). This rate also applies to electric...

HR Compliance Update: Kentucky Legalizes Medical Cannabis

Kentucky will legalize use of medical cannabis for certain conditions on January 1, 2025. The law imposes just one notable restriction on employers: To establish that an employee who is a medical cannabis cardholder is currently impaired (and therefore might be...

HR Compliance Update: New Year’s Roundup: Maine Edition 2025

On January 1, 2025, the following changes to Maine employment law take effect and, unless otherwise noted, apply to employers of all sizes. MINIMUM WAGE State The minimum wage in Maine will increase to $14.65 per hour. The minimum base wage for tipped employees will...

HR Compliance Update: New Year’s Roundup: Rhode Island Edition 2025

On January 1, 2025, Rhode Island’s minimum wage will increase to $15 per hour. The minimum base wage for tipped employees will remain at $3.89 per hour. TCI Benefits Increase Reminder Beginning January 1, 2025, employees will be eligible for up to seven weeks of...