Human Resource Solutions

So glad to participate in the SCORE Dallas 5th Annual Business Symposium on Monday. We met with talented business owners and listed to informative, helpful seminars. Proud to be a vendor and supporter of small business!

Is your business up to date on the new Texas laws? One of the new laws applies to employers with at least one employee. To review, go to https://www.humanresourcesolutionsllc.com/recent-news
for more information. We would be glad to answer any questions!

Recent News Effective September 1, 2021, employers that employ “ one or more employees ” will be subject to heightened scrutiny for sexual harassment claims under Texas law. (Senate Bill 45). The definition...

The recent hot weather has our brains foggy and we almost missed posting out July Newsletter!! Check out articles such as 1)Liability Protection for Employers on Pandemic Claims 2) Non-Compete Agreements reviewed by the FTC and 3)Employees working remotely in new locations. Go to;https://www.humanresourcesolutionsllc.com/recent-news

Homemade ice cream, cookouts, beach days, parades, fireworks---what are your favorite July 4th memories? Have a safe and wonderful July 4th!

Happy National Take Your Dog to Work Day! Is your furry friend tagging along with you to the office today? Or does your pooch get to work with you from home everyday? Drop a picture of your dog hard at work in the comments below!

With the weather and vaccination rate heating up we have some important updates in our June Newsletter. Wondering what the regulations are regarding employer mandated vaccines or changes impacting unemployment benefits in Texas? Check out our latest blog entries on our website and subscribe to our monthly newsletter directly on our home page. You can have these updates and exclusive content delivered directly to your inbox every month!

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Recent News The EEOC has issued new guidance about employers requiring employees to be vaccinated and if employers can provide incentives for employees to become vaccinated. Employers can require...

Seven Key Questions Regarding COVID-19 and the Workplace

With vaccination rates increasing and workplaces starting to open up more, what are key issues that Employers need to know;
1)Bringing Employees back to work
2)What if an Employee does not want to come back to work?
3)Can Employers require employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
4)New Tax Credits available for Small Businesses
5)What Requirements should Employers establish for travel?
6)Can Employers limit Employee off-hours activities?
7)Is there a chance Employers may be held liable for COVID-19 related claims?
To find more information about the above topics and questions, go to https://www.humanresourcesolutionsllc.com/recent-news2

Creating a Safe Workplace...Is Your Workplace Prepared?
With so many recent tragedies regarding shootings in the workplace, it is a good time to review your safety policies and re-communicate them to your employees. An active shooter incident can happen in any place at any time. Providing information to employees and mentally rehearsing what to do in an active shooter situation can help when every second counts. Preparation is essential. To find out more guidelines and resources, go to;

https://www.humanresourcesolutionsllc.com/recent-news

National Benefits Day – Focusing on Mental Health

With the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone’s resilience and adaptability has really been tested. Employee’s mental health was already a rising concern for employers and the past year has moved it to the forefront. April 6th is National Benefits day with a focus on mental health. For ways that your business can promote a healthy workplace with a focus on mental health, contact your medical plan provider or [email protected] for resources.

Gradual Minimum Wage Increase Did Not Pass

The bill to gradually increase the minimum wage to $15.00/hour failed to pass in the Senate and was not included in the New American Rescue bill.

While the National and Texas minimum wage remains at $7.25, employers may often offer employees a higher rate to stay competitive. We expect to hear about more efforts to increase the minimum wage in the future, but for now the labor market dictates the best compensation and benefits to offer new employees. If compensation or benefit survey information is needed, we will be glad to help.

After a long week filled with uncertainty and unprecedented weather our hearts go out to all who are still suffering during this winter storm. We pride ourselves on supporting small businesses and encourage you to do the same. With our February newsletter we have new information on minimum wage updates and OSHA guidelines, as well as key deadlines coming up regarding tax season. Sign up below to receive our newsletter directly to your inbox, and share with a small business owner who may need a little extra support right now!

Wendi Lehr

Human Resource Solutions, LLC Human Resource Solutions serves the Dallas, Plano, Garland, Allen, and McKinney areas.

2021 tax season is officially upon us! Did you pay employees for Emergency Paid Sick Leave or Emergency Family Medical Leave Act time in 2020? If so, it should be reported as earnings on their Employee W-2. New guidelines have been released, but you can issue a revised W-2's if needed. More information can be found at:
https://www.humanresourcesolutionsllc.com/covid-19.html
Wendi Lehr

COVID-19 Check out the Webinar Series "Returning to Work in the time of COVID-19 ​ " on May May 21st. To register go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FbRrDJq8R3eGTH1gwEtU-w