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California Announces 2012 UI, ETT, and EDI Rates
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) recently released the 2012 UI, ETT, and SDI rates. An historical compilation of prior year rates is available in Form DE 3395. 2012 UI, ETT,...
California Is a Credit Reduction State for 2011
According to the California Employment Development Department, California will be a FUTA tax credit reduction state in 2011. Standard Credit Rates Is 5.4% for 2011 Generally, employers who pay their...
California Releases California Employer’s Guide 2012 (DE 44)
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has announced the release of the California Employer’s Guide 2012 DE 44 Rev. 38 (the Guide). The Guide is published to help employers...
US Department of Labor National Emergency Grant to Assist Workers Affected by Layoffs at 12 Massachusetts Companies
The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a $2,261,417 National Emergency Grant to provide re-employment services to about 365 workers affected by layoffs at 12 companies throughout...
Question of the Week: How Can Vision Payroll Help Us Recruit Employees?
This week’s question comes from Natalie, an HR director. Natalie asks: We are looking to hire some more employees, but need some help locating talented candidates. How can Vision Payroll help us...
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for November 12, 2011
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending November 12, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 388,000, a decrease of 5,000 from the previous week’s revised...
Tip of the Week: Top Three Employer Hot Points During This Holiday Season
With many company holiday celebrations being planned, employers need to be aware of and prepare for potential workplace-related risks and liabilities. Three Areas You Must Be Well Prepared to...
Vermont Minimum Wage to Increase to $8.46 January 1, 2012
The Vermont Department of Labor announced recently that pursuant to Title 21 of the Vermont Statutes, Annotated §384, the minimum wage for the state of Vermont will increase from $8.15 to $8.46 per...
Thanksgiving Day Holiday May Require Change in Processing Schedule
Thursday, November 24, 2011 will be Thanksgiving Day, a federal holiday. The offices of Vision Payroll will close Thanksgiving Eve, November 23 at 3 pm EST and re-open Friday November 25. Most banks...
Question of the Week: What Is the Holiday Schedule for 2012?
This week’s question is from Herman, an HR Manager. Herman asks: We are reviewing our payroll processing schedule for 2012. What is the holiday schedule for 2012? Answer: There are two types of...
