Workers’ Compensation Made Simple for Hawaiʻi Employers
If you’re an employer in Hawaiʻi, workers’ compensation isn’t just a good idea — it’s the law. Under HRS Chapter 386, most businesses are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their employees, whether they’re full-time, ...
Payroll Mistakes That Can Trigger Wage Penalties in Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi employers face heightened scrutiny when it comes to wage payment compliance. Payroll mistakes, even small, often unintentional ones, quickly trigger wage penalties. What starts as a routine payroll task or administrative oversight escalates into a ...
What (Not) to Wear for a Blue-Collar Job Interview
We all know how to dress when it comes to office interviews, but what if your interview is for an industrial, blue-collar job? What do you wear then? They say first impressions are everything, and it’s ...
Parental Leave Considerations for Employers
Explore the trends in paid parental leave, what the law says, and how to prepare for employee leave.
Contractor or Employee? Correctly Classifying Your Workers
Ensure you are correctly classifying employees to avoid potential legal consequences.
Should you Contest an Unemployment Claim?
Why and when you should contest, or at the very least investigate, unemployment claims.
How Does a Staffing Company Work?
You’ve seen dozens of ads for them and heard about them through the grapevine, but what exactly is a staffing company and how does a staffing company work? We’ve got a comprehensive guide to teaching you everything ...
Forklift Safety—Who is Responsible?
It is all too easy to put off forklift safety training or consultations. But consider that if you do delay and there is an accident, your business may be cited for negligence and a lack of oversight.
Wage Law Enforcement Agencies Collaborate to Promote Compliance
The Hawaii State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations (DLIR) and the United States Department of Labor’s (U.S. DOL) Wage and Hour Division recently announced they would be collaborating to promote compliance with wage and hour laws.
Top 5 Recruiting Mistakes Hawaiʻi Employers Make
Many Hawaii employers hurt their chances of securing top talent before they’ve even brought them through their door. Here are some of the most common and costly recruiting mistakes employers are making.
