Time and Attendance News > December 2012
Understanding the companionship exemption
Employees that fall under the companionship exemption may not be guaranteed overtime pay or minimum wage for their time attendance.
Employers can use timeclock to accurately track hours worked
Even though the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not require the use of timeclocks to accurately record employee attendance, they can help employers avoid underpaying or overpaying workers.
Employees can use timeclock apps to account for remote work
Employers can avoid compliance violations by providing non-exempt workers with mobile timeclocks.
Detroit to hold payroll audit
In an attempt to keep the city's budget under control and prevent fraud, Detroit mayor Dave Bing has announced an payroll verification audit.
Small business can benefit from outsourcing HR
Outsourcing HR services can offer small business owners key benefits- saving money, time and reducing the likelihood of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violation.
Employee engagement remains a top concern for 2012
As a result of the 2008 financial crisis and its lingering effects on the market, companies have had to accomplish more with less, whether that is through utilizing human resource software or outsourcing other tasks.
Small businesses can avoid legal claims with appropriate job titles
Accurate job descriptions not only help in the recruiting process, they can also help owners be sure they are paying employees correctly.
Texas officers involved in overtime scandal
At least 18 officers in El Paso, Texas, have left the police force amidst an investigation into fraudulent overtime charges.
Employers can position themselves as financial information resources for workers
The protracted payroll tax debate finally came to an end in Congress - at least for now.