Meals and Break Periods in Oregon
Do I have to give employees meal and break periods? How can I do that in an environment where we see patients and need to be available? Why can’t I just pay… Continue On +
Law Bans Employment Credit Checks
In 2010 Oregon became one of a handful of states to limit employers from using credit history in the job application process. Credit reporting companies claim that credit checks are essential to… Continue On +
Portland Sick Leave Ordinance – Final Rules
The final rules implementing Portland’s new Sick Leave Ordinance have been published. The new rules go into effect January 1, 2014 and require all employers to provide up to 40 hours of… Continue On +
90 Day Waiting Period Under the Affordable Care Act
Starting in 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will limit waiting periods for health insurance plans to a maximum of 90 days. The 90 day waiting limit takes effect for plan years… Continue On +
What to Keep in Employee Personnel Files
No one enjoys dealing with paperwork, but the time spent to create and maintain personnel files will pay off over time. A personnel file that is created and maintained over time will… Continue On +
Final Rules on the Individual Mandate of the Affordable Care Act
On August 27, 2013 the Internal Revenue Services issued the final rules for the individual mandate from the Affordable Care Act. The individual mandate is a requirement that all individuals carry some… Continue On +
When Should Bonuses Be Used In Calculating Overtime?
The item that employers miss the most when calculating overtime wages is the inclusion of non-discretionary bonuses. The FLSA requires that non-discretionary bonuses – these are promised to the employee – be… Continue On +
Pay for Performance – Is It Right for You?
When would it make sense to consider a pay-for-performance system for your dental team? Can you depend on this type of compensation system to motivate your team and reduce staff turnover? The… Continue On +
Oregon’s Victims of Certain Crimes Leave Act
The Oregon’s Victims of Certain Crimes Leave Act (OVCCLA) went into effect on January 1, 2010. OVCCLA provides employees who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking: Employees who are… Continue On +
Oregon Passes Social Media in the Workplace Law
On May 22, 2013, Governor John Kitzhaber signed into law House Bill, 2654. This law makes Oregon the tenth state to enact a law prohibiting employers from accessing employees’ private social media… Continue On +
Congress Puts Lid On Health Flexible Spending Arrangements
As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (new health care law), employee contributions to health flexible spending arrangements (health FSA) are now being limited to a maximum pre-tax contribution… Continue On +
Employers Must Notify Employees of Exchange Option by October 1, 2013
Beginning January 1, 2014, individuals and employees of small businesses will have access to insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) health insurance exchanges (Exchanges). Open enrollment under the Exchanges will… Continue On +