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Benefits of Outsourcing Your HR to a PEO Provider

One of the many reasons to use an outsourced provider – such as CPEhr – is to help manage workers’ compensation and risk management.  Mentioned below is information which highlights the advantages. At CPEhr, we also have a team of risk management experts who manage the workers’ compensation claims that are reported.  The claims

What is FLSA?

FLSA stands for the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and it is a federal law which establishes minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility, recordkeeping, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in federal, state, and local governments.  FLSA can be difficult to manage from an employer’s standpoint so it is very important that if

Human Resources & Outsourcing: Focus On What You Do Best

Human resources is a professional function, but to truly understand the value of outsourcing your human resources, it is best to think of it as a trade or craft. Could you learn how to roof your house, side your shed, hang and finish new drywall in your house, or replace

Human Resources as Performed by CPEhr

In today’s growing economy, Human Resources (HR) solutions are increasingly important for businesses, both big and small. At CPEhr, we are proud to provide our many clients with effective HR solutions from recruiting to payroll and risk management. Many HR companies only offer a small array of services, or offer

THE EMPLOYMENT SITUATION — JANUARY 2016

Below is the latest information from BLS regarding employment and unemployment: Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 151,000 in January, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 4.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.  Job gains occurred in several industries, led by retail trade, food services

Do you know all the facts on the Employer Mandate?

The “employer mandate” is a requirement that all businesses with 50 or more full time equivalent employees provide health insurance to at least 95% of their full-time employees and dependents up to the age of 26, or pay a fee by 2016.  Spouses do not count as dependents so coverage

Social Economic Impact with Higher Wages

Do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks? Currently in CA the minimum wage is $9.00 an hour and will increase to $10.00 by January 1st, 2016.  By raising the state minimum wage it also increases the minimum salary level required for employees who are exempt from overtime.  Those considered “executive,” “administrative”

Etiquette at your Office Holiday Party

The holiday season is soon to be upon us with lots of corporate gatherings and events to attend.  The first and most important rule to remember is that no matter how fun and festive the event, it’s still business and your place of work.  Here are some offices tips and

Corporate Event Ideas?

Holiday Parties and Corporate Events are a great way to show appreciation to your employees for their hard work and dedication in a very personal way.  It gives everyone a chance to socialize away from the office setting, relax and enjoy. Here are a few suggestions and holiday ideas for

Human Resources and Outsourcing COBRA

Employers bear the burden of administering benefits correctly and abiding by federal laws.  One in particular, known as COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act), was established in 1985 and revised in 1999 in order to help protect those individuals who lose their employer-provided health group coverage to life events such

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