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Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for August 13, 2011
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending August 13, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 408,000, an increase of 9,000 from the previous week’s revised...
Tip of the Week: Unfair Labor Practices in the Private Sector
Some employers in the private sector hear the concept of “unfair labor practices” and think it applies to employees represented by labor unions. However, unfair labor practices essentially include...
Vision Payroll Seeks Dynamic B2B Sales Professional to Join Its Team
You’re the perfect candidate! How do we know? You’re a dynamic B2B sales professional looking to reach the next level. Your entrepreneurial spirit has been stifled by the bureaucracy at your present...
Create Your Customized Employee Handbook Today Using Our Brand New Handbook Wizard
The employee handbook is a critical part of protecting your business. Having an effective handbook in place can help you keep your business out of court, improve overall operations, motivate...
MT Taxpayers Receive Extension of Time to File Returns and Pay Taxes
Due to the damage caused by the severe storms and flooding in Montana beginning on April 3, 2011, President Barack Obama declared the following counties a federal disaster area: Big Horn, Carbon,...
US Department of Labor Provides Funding to Assist Workers in Ohio
The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a $16,233,360 National Emergency Grant that will create 1,144 temporary jobs to assist in cleanup and recovery efforts in the wake of spring...
Question of the Week: How Is Our Massachusetts DUA Experience Rate Determined?
This week’s question comes from Josh, a company owner. We’re paying more in state unemployment tax this year than we have in the past. Even though we didn’t lay anyone off, our DUA experience rate...
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for August 6, 2011
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending August 6, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 395,000, a decrease of 7,000 from the previous week’s revised...
Tip of the Week: The Anti-Harassment Policy Checklist
Every business should understand the implications of workplace harassment. Businesses should also understand the proper response if harassment occurs. Establishing and effectively communicating...
US Department of Labor Provides Funding to Assist Workers in Somerset, Pennsylvania
The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a $670,000 National Emergency Grant to provide re-employment services to approximately 145 former workers of FTCA, Inc. (FTCA) who were affected...
