EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

As of December 31, 2020 employers are no longer required to offer COVID-19 Paid Leave under federal or state law and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), later extended under the name of the American Rescue Plan Act. However, employers who did offer...

With today's trends in remote work, more and more employers are finding themselves managing employees in more than just one state. Multi-state payroll processing and workforce management can be tough, but often the benefits of opening up your talent pool beyond your...

Animals in the workplace have become one of the most talked about workplace topics over the last few years. When it comes to rules about dogs and other animals in the workplace, the first thing is to establish whether or not the animal is a service animal or an...

There are three primary types of employer relationships. Below is an overview of the types of employer relationships and how each can impact the employee count for an employer, as well as the eligibility of leave offerings for employees and the application of policy.

There are many responsibilities that fall to HR. One of the biggest and most important is keeping an up-to-date and compliant handbook, and in a state like New York, there are a lot of requirements to keep up with. Here is everything you need to include in your New...

In New York State, businesses need to ensure they pay employees properly and on-time in order to maintain compliance with New York Pay Schedule Requirements. Here is everything businesses need to know.

When it comes to employee compensation, understanding the difference between discretionary and non-discretionary bonuses is crucial for both employers and employees. Knowing how these two types of bonuses differ can help companies effectively motivate their workforce...

In order to keep employees engaged and avoid burnout, you need to know just how close they are to burning out. You need to understand the current levels of engagement throughout your organization. That is where employee engagement surveys come into play.

The emergence of AI in recruiting is one of the largest HR trends from the past several years. However, many HR professionals may be hesitant or cautious of the idea.

New York has always been at the forefront of employee rights and labor laws, and 2025 has been no different. Here are all the 2025 compliance updates for New York that employers in the state should be aware of: