If your company is  considering broader use of independent contractors to save money, be aware that federal and state lawmakers and investigators plan to go hard on any employer who doesn’t meet strict IC requirements. More…

To comply with federal regs, employers must send all workers an important message by Dec. 1. More…

While the benefits of wellness programs have been well documented, little has been said about the drawbacks and hidden costs. More…

Let your Finance people know that for 2010, many employees looking to sock away more for retirement won’t be able to boost their payroll deductions. More…

Good news: The feds are eliminating paperwork associated with one common fringe benefit — company-provided cell phones. More…

Employers that receive a proposed penalty notice from IRS asking them to submit Schedule B (Form 941), Report of Tax Liability for Semiweekly Schedule Depositors, should do so – even if they previously sent in the form as required. More…

Even if you think the Internal Revenue Service would never come knocking on your company’s door, you might want to prepare as if it would. Why? More…

Those trying to boost their retirement savings can’t seem to catch a break. First the market freefalls, and now Uncle Sam may put the squeeze on how much you’re allowed to contribute.  More…

It’s likely some version of the newest healthcare reform proposal to come out of Washington will not only become law, but also change the way you do your job — as early as Jan. 1 — particularly in five areas. More…

IRS may not require all businesses to “go electronic,”  but soon using paper may be more trouble than it’s worth. More…