Pay & Bill Rates – COATS and Clients Conversations – Part 1

In July of 2019, the national unemployment rate was 3.7%. Minimum wage rates are increasing across the nation. At the beginning of 2019, eighteen states began the year with higher minimum wages based on the cost of living and ten other states increased their rates due to prior approved legislation or ballot initiatives. Moving forward, […]
Your Year-End Accounting Checklist

The end of the year is a busy time for many people. There’s the holiday shopping, gatherings with family, friends and co-workers, travel (and packing), and so much more. But for a business owner, the end of the year also signifies a time to make sure the books are in order for the year so […]
Beat the Heat

Injury due to the heat is preventable.
The Age of AI Has Arrived
Artificial Intelligence is becoming an increasingly discussed topic and its potential influence on the staffing industry is of no less concern. Whether its effective customer relations, the potential to replace a certain career field, or to improve operational efficiency, the age of technology and machine learning is here.
Will the NLRB Finally Settle Joint Employment Concerns?

Over the last several years, several high-profile cases, most notably Browning-Ferris and Hy-Brand have come for a ruling before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The decisions have been cyclical, complicated, and convoluted, with the most recent involving conflict-of-interest issues. NLRB recognizes the confusion and in May issued a statement that reflects their desire to resolve the issue. What’s next?
Take Time for Training

Training reduces the skills gap and increases profitability and productivity, but employers should know the law and make wise hiring choices.