Asked when legislators will be adjourning for the year, amid predictions that Democratic leadership will leave Lansing early to assure their new presidential primary date goes into effect, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) said "as …
An employer may be entitled to withhold a final paycheck if the employee has not returned company property, but this must be explicitly stated in employment contracts or company policies and conform to applicable laws.
You're new to HR and are feeling overwhelmed with all you have to do. Don’t panic. You’re in the same boat as many others.
As businesses strive to effectively manage their operations, a variety of management trends and approaches come into play.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance on how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) pertains to candidates and employees with visual disabilities to highlight steps companies can take to make sure …
The Small Business Association of Michigan’s weekly podcast presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. …
A recent Gartner survey has revealed a concerning rise in burnout cases among HR staff. A significant majority—close to 75%—of HR leaders who participated in Gartner's survey expressed that burnout among HR staff has become …
In today's fast-paced job market, the competition for top talent is fiercer than ever before. With an excess of available positions across industries, candidates hold the power to choose employers that align with their career …
A strike on Detroit’s Big Three automakers by 143,000 United Auto Workers (UAW) members could result in a total economic loss of more than $5 billion in 10 days, according to a new analysis released …
When it comes to how state governments are implementing privacy policy, some experts anticipate that artificial intelligence, privacy protection for children using technology and potential data broker regulations could be the top issues.
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Early last week the Department of Labor (DOL) issued notice of proposed regulations that provide employers guidance on how to comply with the newly enacted Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
Age discrimination in China is not new and is not illegal in China. In China, getting older is scary when looking for jobs. There is a wide-spread belief in China about the curse of 35 …
Last year, the global employment landscape underwent a notable resurgence. On a worldwide scale, more than 50% of employees indicated varying degrees of intent to seek new employment.
When asked whether the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 budget would sustain a permanent income tax rollback, the Senate Appropriations Chair Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) said she thinks it will be dealt with "when it comes."
Mostly technical updates to Michigan's general sales and use tax received Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) approval Thursday, after the exhausted updates have taken Treasury officials six years to complete.
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Taking a vacation is the ultimate hack to recharge both mind and body, fostering renewed creativity and productivity upon return.
