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Important news for employers in the city of Charlotte – Charlotte City Council expands local nondiscrimination law
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September 25, 2021
In early August, the Charlotte City Council unanimously passed an amendment to thecity’s nondiscrimination ordinance (“NDO”). The expanded ordinance applies tobusinesses of all sizes and provides protections not otherwise provided under state a...
Are you giving paid leave to employees for COVID vaccination or for recovery from vaccine side effects? If so – get your tax credits!
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September 25, 2021
In April 2021, the Treasury Department and the IRS announced that eligible employerscould receive paid leave tax credits under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP)for providing leave for employees receiving the vaccine and for the time needed t...
Not mandating the COVID vaccine? You still need to know who in your workforce is vaccinated
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September 25, 2021
We are seeing a consistent pattern of increasing vaccine mandates. Even if yourbusiness doesn’t plan to mandate vaccination, be aware that many of your clients andcustomers may issue a mandate that affects your workforce. Many businesses are findin...
Important changes for NC employers regarding employee pay
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September 25, 2021
On July 8, 2021, Governor Roy Cooper signed Senate Bill 208 – which changes certainprovisions of the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act (NCWHA). Employers should be aware of the following key changes:Employers must notify their employees, in writ...