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Form I-9 and NJ Unemployment Reporting Updates

August 21, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
There are a few new forms and reporting requirements employers need to be aware of when ensuring federal and state compliance. New Form I-9 A new Form I-9 (Rev. 08/01/23) is available for employers to use on or after August 1, 2023 and can be found on the USCIS website. Employers can also order paper […]
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5 Ways Outsourcing Payroll Can Help You

August 10, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
When you start a business, you’re typically your only employee and payroll is about as simple as it gets. But as you grow, you hopefully find yourself in the position of needing to take on more employees. Before you know it, what was once a very straightforward task becomes a giant undertaking that’s sucking up […]
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The 8 R’s of Form I-9 Compliance

June 1, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
U.S. employers of all sizes are only permitted to hire employees who are legally permitted to work in the United States. To enforce compliance with this federal law, employers must complete a Form I-9, or Employment Eligibility Verification, to verify the identity and employment authorization for each new hire. Introduced in the Immigration Reform and […]
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What Employers Need to Know About Generative AI

May 23, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
To embrace AI or not: that is the top question in 2023 for employers and entrepreneurs alike. While tools such as ChatGPT can be fast, efficient, and game-changing for many industries, businesses should still take pause to consider all of the risks involved. What is Generative AI? Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an algorithm that […]
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Working Papers for Teens Now Digital in New Jersey

May 15, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
As of June 1, 2023, working papers for teens in New Jersey will be available in digital format. This new online process will help streamline the way that teens apply for and receive the required paperwork for working their first job. This online application and more information will be available at MyWorkingPapers.NJ.gov. What Employers Need […]
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Timekeeping for Seasonal Businesses

April 24, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
Seasonal employee timekeeping made easy:  To keep up with fluctuating and additional workloads, seasonal businesses recruit seasonal employees to fill temporary positions within the company.  Even though these workers are not employed year-round, employers still have to follow FLSA, wage laws, and timekeeping requirements as they manage their workforce during another busy season. One solution […]
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5 Cannabis Payroll Mistakes to Avoid

April 17, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
Trying to navigate proper payroll techniques for your cannabis business or dispensary? Dependable payroll impacts your employee morale and is a reflection of the financial stability of your organization. When payroll goes wrong, it puts you in the ire of the IRS and DOL, hurts your reputation, and creates a lack of trust with your workers. With […]
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6 Key Factors When Looking for a Reliable Cannabis Payroll Provider

April 13, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
Are you a cannabis business that is tired of being dropped by your payroll provider and is looking for someone who is reliable? Finding the right fit for your business can be a challenge. You don’t want to feel left behind or neglected, especially when it comes to paying your employees on time and correctly. […]
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Overcoming Cannabis Payroll and HR Challenges

April 12, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
As of 2023, adult recreational use of cannabis is legal in 21 states and Washington D.C., building on massive growth from the business and employee perspective. Despite this growth and being such a hot industry, there are unique challenges to business operations that these companies are facing. Traditional business providers such as banks, payroll processors, […]
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New Jersey Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights

April 6, 2023 | posted by Abacus Payroll
In February 2023, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the state’s “Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights” into law. This bill protects the rights of temporary workers and ensures that they are treated fairly. The first of its kind in the nation, this new measure applies only to third-party temporary workers and their agencies and does […]
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