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HR Compliance
Big Change! DHS Ends Automatic Extensions of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs)
On Oct. 29, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an Interim Final Rule (IFR) to end the practice of automatically extending the validity of certain Form I-766, Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), when a renewal Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, was timely filed. According to the DHS, th...
Handling Employee Mismatch, Non-Confirmation in the E-Verify System
E-Verify is a key tool for employers in the United States, allowing them to verify the eligibility of their employees to work legally. However, there are instances when the E-Verify system may return a mismatch or non-confirmation status for an employee’s information. Employers need to understand how to handle these situations to ensure they ...
FMCSA Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Training: What Employers Need to Know
If your company employs CDL drivers who operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) on public roads, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires supervisors to complete specific drug and alcohol training under 49 CFR §382.603. Without properly trained supervisors, companies risk: (1) failing to detect impairment before accidents ...
10 Ways ChatGPT’s Paid Version Can Improve Your HR Department
Human Resources professionals are expected to juggle recruiting, onboarding, compliance, training, and employee relations—often with limited time and staff. Discover how ChatGPT’s paid version can transform Human Resources efficiency—helping HR teams automate routine tasks, improve communication and focus on people-first activities. Here are ...
US Department of Labor Ends Practice of Seeking Liquidated Damages during Investigations
In June 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) announced a major policy change when it issued a field assistance bulletin clarifying that it may not seek or collect the payment of liquidated damages in any administrative matter under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Section 216(c) of the FLSA authorizes the......
Florida Minimum Wage Increasing to $14/hour on Sept 30th
On September 30, 2025, the Florida minimum wage will increase to $14 per hour. The tipped minimum wage in Florida will increase to $10.98 because Florida employers are permitted to take a tip credit of up to $3.02 per hour for tipped employees. An employer that claims a tip credit must ensure that the employee......
What is EPL (English Language Proficiency) for DOT drivers and CDLs for Non-Domiciled Drivers?
The recent tragedy on the Florida Turnpike that killed three South Floridians involving an out of state trucker driving for White Hawk Carriers (based in CA) have raised the profile of a few lesser known DOT regulatory subjects: (1) English Language Proficiency (ELP) and (2) the state issuance of CDL licenses to non-domiciled drivers (those......
Can an Employee Be Fired for Posting Bible Verses on Personal Social Media?
According to a recent lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the answer is “No”. In the July EEOC lawsuit, Crystal Ridge Ski Area, LLC, doing business as “The Rock Snowpark”, a winter sports park and summer events venue near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, violated federal law when it terminated a lift op...
New Florida Business? Here Are the HR Documents You Need on Day One
Starting a new business in Florida is an exciting journey, but it comes with important responsibilities – especially when it comes to human resources (HR). Whether you’re hiring your first employee or planning to grow quickly, having the right HR documents in place sets the foundation for legal compliance, professionalism, and an energi...
Walmart Worker Verification (WV) Program for Contractors
Contractors working with Walmart may be required to comply with Walmart’s strict Worker Verification (WV) Program as part of their Compliance and Performance Standards. This program is designed to ensure that every worker on a Walmart site is authorized to work in the U.S. and has been properly documented before entering the project site. Non-com...
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