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A Heat Advisory from VertiSource HR
At VertiSource HR, we are committed to helping you foster safer, healthier work environments—especially during the peak heat of summer. With record-breaking temperatures across the United States, it’s more important than ever for employers to take proactive steps to combat
No Tax on Overtime: How It Impacts Your Payroll & Paychecks
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 (OBBBA) was signed into law. Shortly after, the IRS released official guidance explaining how the new “No Tax on Overtime” provision works. This is more than just a
Falsifying Safety Records? It Could Land You in Prison
TL;DR – What Employers Need to Know OSHA Inspections Can Now Lead to Prison Time: What Employers Must Know A recent ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit serves as a sobering reminder for employers: workplace
New HIPAA Compliance Alert: Reproductive Privacy Rule Vacated Nationwide
TL;DR HIPAA Reproductive Health Rule Struck Down: What It Means for Employers In a major development affecting healthcare compliance and employee privacy, a federal judge in Texas has vacated the Biden administration’s 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule update that aimed to
California Court Confirms Validity of Meal Period Waivers: What Employers Should Know
TLDR: Miss one meal break, pay one hour of penalties. Do it repeatedly? You could face six figures in a PAGA claim. In California, employees can file lawsuits under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) for meal break violations—even if
Big Change: BOI Reporting No Longer Required for U.S. Companies Under the CTA
FinCEN’s March 2025 Rule Lifts Reporting Burden for Domestic Companies On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced a major change to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting rules. U.S. companies and U.S. persons who are beneficial
The Risks of AI in Workplace Safety: What Every Business Needs to Watch For
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing workplace safety—offering real-time hazard detection, predictive analytics, and automated compliance. AI-powered systems can reduce workplace injuries, improve compliance, and enhance efficiency. However, AI also introduces legal, ethical, and operational risks that businesses must address. Here’s
An Update to the Corporate Transparency Act: Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements
An Update to the Corporate Transparency Act: Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements Update (March 5, 2025): Since the original publication of this article, the U.S. Treasury and FinCEN have announced a suspension of penalties and enforcement for BOI reporting requirements
States Rising Against Anti-DEI Executive Orders: What This Means for Employers
Since returning to office, President Trump has taken executive actions to remove DEI initiatives and programs from the workplace. However, sixteen state attorney generals have issued a letter stating that DEI should remain legal. Their message is that well-structured DEI
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