Most business owners want to do the right thing — but staying compliant isn’t always as straightforward as it should be. Employment rules can change, situations can get gray, and what worked last year may quietly put you at risk today. From Family Medical Leave and overtime to meal breaks, PTO tracking, and employee classification, compliance shows up in the everyday details of running a business. This blog breaks down the most common compliance issues we see and explains why

Managing employee time should not feel like its own full-time job, but for many leaders it does. Lost timesheets, broken spreadsheets, and overtime hours that appear out of nowhere can make timekeeping feel like a never ending chase. Instead of helping you plan, these tools slow you down. The good news is that automation offers a cleaner and calmer way to get control. Below are some of the most common time tracking headaches and how automated systems help solve them. Lost Tim

We know tax and payroll changes can feel overwhelming — so here’s a clear breakdown of what the new overtime tax rule means for you and what (if anything) you need to do. Think of LNJ Employer Services as your local resource! What is this new overtime tax rule? In July 2025, the federal government passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act , which allows certain overtime earnings to be deducted when you file your federal taxes FAQ OT OBBBA. This change applies retroactively to Jan

Running a business today takes stamina and a steady hand. The work itself is enough, but managing people adds a whole new layer of pressure. Labor issues shift fast, and compliance rules never sit still. If you have felt stretched thin or worried you might miss something important, you are not alone. Below are some of the most common struggles owners and managers face along with simple ways to get ahead of them. Tracking Employee Time Labor often makes up close to 70 percent

ROI of Workforce Management Software Part 2   There are several ways employees inflate their paychecks and buddy punching is one of the most expensive. With a buddy punching scheme, an employee clocks in for a “buddy” that is not at work. The employee may or may not arrive during the shift but will get paid for the full shift regardless of actual time worked.    A similar situation is when the “buddy” leaves early without punching out and the co-worker punches out for them at

ROI of Workforce Management Software Part 1 7 Fantastic Secrets of Automated Timekeeping That Save Your Company Money   Small organizations with thin margins are looking for ways to reduce variable costs to offset rising expenses and mitigate the impact of a faltering economy.   Labor and benefits are the largest line items for most businesses. Therefore, savings in this area has a big impact. And the good news is that you can do it without sacrificing the quality of your pro

Running a business in today’s world is no small feat. Managing the labor is one of the most complex aspects, with compliance concerns and new challenges around every corner. Check out some of the most common struggles among business owners and company leaders, as well as how you can overcome them.   Tracking Employee Time   Considering that labor represents approximately 70 percent of a business budget, it makes sense to ensure accuracy on this side of the ledger. But without

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