CategoriesLegal News & Compliance
Employers to Face Increased OSHA Penalties in 2025: How to Strengthen Your Workplace Safety Strategy
Insights by VertiSource HR The U.S. Department of Labor has announced higher penalties for workplace safety violations in 2025, reflecting annual adjustments to OSHA’s maximum civil penalties. These increases, effective January 16, apply to all workplace safety citations, including those tied to open inspections. Here’s what you need to know about these changes and how […]
CategoriesLegal News & Compliance
New California Whistleblower Rights Notice In Effect
As of January 1, 2025, employers in California must comply with updated labor and employment law obligations—including a new requirement related to whistleblower rights. The Whistleblower Notice Under California law, employers must display a notice informing employees of their rights and protections under the state’s whistleblower laws. Assembly Bill 2299, signed into law last summer, […]
CategoriesMinimum Wage
Minimum Wage and Salary Thresholds Increase in Colorado
New minimum wage and salary thresholds have taken effect across Colorado. With these new changes, there are a few things businesses need to consider and do to meet compliance. The Increased Minimum Wage The statewide minimum wage has increased to $11.79 per hour for those who receive tips and $14.81 for those who don’t. However, […]
CategoriesLegal News & Compliance
The Corporate Transparency Act Blocked Again
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has stopped enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act again, which means businesses do not need to meet compliance by the original January 13, 2025 deadline. The Timeline of Development 2021: Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act and set a deadline by January 1, 2025. December 3, 2024: A Texas […]
CategoriesLegal News & Compliance
Court Reinstates Corporate Transparency Act with January 13 Deadline: Key Actions for Employers
Overview A recent ruling by a federal appeals court has reactivated employer reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), with a new compliance deadline set for January 13. After a lower court temporarily blocked enforcement, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision on December 23 allowing the government to move forward with […]
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IRS Announces Increase in Standard Mileage Rate for 2025
The IRS has announced an increase in the standard mileage rate for 2025, raising it by 3 cents per mile. Starting January 1, the rate for business-related driving will rise to 70 cents per mile, up from 67 cents in 2024. Mileage rates for other purposes, however, will remain the same as this year: These […]
Detailed Workplace Safety Incident Reports Just Released by OSHA
Have you ever been curious about workplace incidents? OSHA recently publicized details on the nearly 900,000 reported workplace injuries and illnesses recorded in 2023, which could possibly result in increased scrutiny toward employers from OSHA and the public alike. The OSHA Report With this data published, all the detailed information is available for the public […]
CategoriesUncategorized
New Privacy Rules for Colorado Businesses
Colorado’s attorney general’s office recently updated the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) rules to introduce new obligations related to biometric data, employee biometrics, children’s privacy, and interpretive guidance for 2025. Key Changes With New Rules Three key changes will impact Colorado’s data privacy. 1. New Notice and Consent Requirements for Biometric Privacy Starting July 1, 2025, […]
CategoriesLegal News & Compliance
New OSHA Update Regarding Construction PPE
New OSHA regulations will mandate that construction employers provide personal protective equipment (PPE) that properly fits workers based on their unique body types beginning in January 2025. PPE for Construction Workers Personal protective equipment (PPE) is clothing or equipment that protects the wearer from injury or illness caused by exposure to hazards. Properly fitting PPE […]
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New Whistleblower Ruling in Florida: How Employers Can Reduce Employee Complaints
In Florida, a state appellate court just issued a ruling that will raise the bar for whistleblower claims and make it easier for employers to defeat lawsuits before trial; however, this has created conflict with another issue. On November 20, Florida’s First District Court of Appeal ruled that plaintiffs filing claims under the Florida Private […]