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You need a data protection policy – Here’s the basics

Insperity

The legal liability for data breaches and failure to comply with data privacy laws can incur prohibitive costs, including fines and penalties. A company-provided password management software can help employees with password practices. Contact your company’s insurance provider, if you have cyber liability Insurance.

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Cybersecurity for remote workers: A business leader’s guide

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You may not know anything about – nor do you have any control over – the configuration of those operating systems, firewalls, anti-virus protections, software updates or authentication requirements. Ensure operating systems and all software, including anti-virus protection, are updated to the latest version.

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3 ways outdated payroll processes hurt your business

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You also need to track voluntary deductions like health insurance and 401(k) contributions, prepare and file quarterly reports, and process w-2s at the end of the year. It’s crucial to stay on top of what it takes to stay in compliance to reduce legal liability. Using payroll software. Costs associated with inefficiency.

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When should you hire an HR manager, if at all?

Insperity

Are you meeting all the regulations and requirements for documentation, insurance and more? Is your company meeting all the legal requirements as an employer? Many companies will employ a small HR staff and augment their knowledge and skills with cost-effective HR tools and software. The technology option.

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Contacting employees on leave: What are the rules and best practices?

Insperity

There are no legal requirements to keep in touch with workers while they’re out on leave. They can also reach out about changes that may impact the employee, such as reminders about open enrollment periods for health insurance. Contacting employees on leave isn’t required, but it’s a good idea. Some ways to do this include: 1.

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Benefits of outsourcing HR for small businesses

BMT Office Administration

Benefits administration: HR outsourcing providers can handle day-to-day benefits administrative tasks or provide access to a software system for better employee self-service regarding benefits. HR service providers will have well-crafted, legally tested policy recommendations that can be customized for your business.

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Employment laws to watch in 2018

Insperity

An employee’s health insurance continues during their leave, as long as the employee pays their usual portion of the premiums. Employers are required to obtain paid family leave insurance. If your company self-insures on disability benefits, you may purchase a separate paid family leave policy or apply with the state to self-insure.

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