Category: Compliance

12/02/2024

DOL Overtime Rule Struck Down: What You Need to Know

On November 15, 2024, U.S. District Judge Sean Jordan in Texas vacated the Department of Labor’s 2024 overtime rule, which had increased the salary threshold for white-collar exemptions to $58,656 and was supposed to be…

07/16/2024

Exiting a PEO Successfully

We often see businesses outgrow a PEO’s HR capabilities, get discouraged with high renewal rates, and become frustrated with an impersonal service delivery model. There are alternatives available that with coordinated effort and the right…

04/26/2024

Final Ruling on PWFA and What It Means for Employers

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released the final rule for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This rule will come into effect on June 18, 2024. Here are the key takeaways for employers…

01/10/2024

What the New DOL Independent Contractor Classification Rule Means for Your Business

Employers, get ready for upcoming challenges in classifying workers as independent contractors due to significant changes by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The Biden administration has officially revoked a rule that eased the classification…

11/30/2023

What do recent DOL opinions on FMLA mean for intermittent leave and holidays?

The Achilles Group recognizes the intricacies involved in compliance with FMLA regulations and aims to shed light on recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letters addressing two critical issues: the use of intermittent leave…

11/10/2023

Calculating Travel Time Pay for Workers

The topic of compensation for a worker that travels is complex. It’s important for employers and employees to be aware of the specific laws and regulations governing overtime pay in the relevant jurisdiction, as these…

11/10/2023

Sweeping AI Executive Order Impacts Employers

Of particular interest to employers are the increased regulations concerning employer monitoring outlined in Section 6 of the Executive Order. This section instructs the Secretary of Labor to develop and publish principles and best practices…

09/27/2023

4 Costly Overtime Pay Pitfalls for Employers to Avoid

In this discussion, we will delve into four of the most costly overtime pay pitfalls that employers should be vigilant about, offering insights on how to avoid them….

08/09/2023

HR Maintenance: Importance of Periodic I-9 Self-Audits

Conducting an I-9 self-audit is a proactive measure that your business can take to ensure compliance with employment eligibility verification regulations in the United States. Performing periodic self-audits of I-9 records will help protect what…

03/21/2023

ADAAA and Reasonable Accommodation

Navigating the employment guidelines around the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) can be complex and require expert guidance. This is because the specifics of what constitutes a reasonable accommodation can vary depending…