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California’s SB 513: New Personnel File Rules for Training Record
Beginning January 1, 2026, California employers must treat employee education and training records as part of the official personnel file. Senate Bill 513 updates Labor Code section 1198.5 to make these records accessible to current and former employees, alongside evaluations, corrective actions, and
California Minimum Wage Changes for 2026: Key Statewide, Local, and Industry Rates Employers Should Review
California’s minimum wage will increase again on January 1, 2026, affecting non-exempt pay, exempt classifications, and system setup across HR, payroll, and timekeeping. The statewide minimum wage will rise to $16.90 per hour, but many cities, counties, and certain industries
AB 692: California’s Stay-or-Pay Limits for 2026
AB 692: California’s Stay-or-Pay Limits and How Employers Should Prepare If signed by the Governor, AB 692 would limit “stay-or-pay” and training-repayment clauses in California for contracts entered on or after January 1, 2026. This guide explains what changes, what
Andrew Rogers Confirmed to Lead DOL Wage & Hour: What Business Owners Should Do Next
Wage and Hour just got a permanent boss. On October 7, the Senate confirmed Andrew Rogers to run the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division. That means faster decisions, clearer direction, and more consistency across investigations. If you own
Healthcare Costs Set to Rise 8.4% in 2026 – Are You Ready?
As employers finalize budgets for 2026, one number stands out: healthcare costs are projected to rise 8.4% next year. That means an additional $1,300 per employee in annual medical and prescription expenses. For a company with 200 employees, that’s more
No Tax on Tips, Still a Preview. Plan Smart, Wait for the Federal Register
The Short Version Treasury previewed a list of occupations that may qualify for the new No Tax on Tips provision. This is a media preview. It is not the rule. IRS says the official occupations list will be published in the
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: What the Law Says for 2025
NEW UPDATE: August 25, 2025 There is a new federal deduction tied to the FLSA overtime premium for tax years 2025 to 2028. For 2025, paychecks and W-2 layouts do not change based on current federal communications. VertiSource HR is
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
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