Sep 25, 2019 | Compensation, Compliance and Labor Laws
From the Pros at the HR Support Center The Department of Labor has announced the new minimum salary for certain exempt white-collar employees. The final rule is very close to the proposed rule we reported on in March. The new minimums will take effect January 1, 2020....
Sep 23, 2019 | She's Brilliant!
Deanna Sherman, President and CEO, Dead River Company What do you consider to be a leader’s greatest strength? “I consider a leader’s greatest strength to be the commitment, desire and ability to build a strong team. While the CEO may be considered the ‘head...
Sep 12, 2019 | Compliance and Labor Laws
The most recent version of Form I-9, dated 7/17/17, has an expiration date of August 31, 2019. The Department of Homeland Security notes on their website that a new version will be issued soon. In the meantime, employers can continue using the 7/17/17 version of the...
Sep 12, 2019 | Compliance and Labor Laws, HR Insights and Trends
New requirements for pregnant and nursing workers in Maine take effect September 19, 2019 under An Act to Protect Pregnant Workers. This law broadens existing protections under Maine law and covers limitations of an employee’s ability to perform the functions of a job...
Sep 12, 2019 | Compliance and Labor Laws
A new Maine law An Act to Promote Keeping Workers in Maine will take effect September 18, 2019. This act contains provisions that limit noncompete agreements between an employer and employee and prohibit restrictive employment agreements between employers. Noncompete...
