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Employment and Payroll: The Laws, Rules, And Regulations For Proper Handling 8.5 Credits

Employment and Payroll: The Laws, Rules, And Regulations For Proper Handling 8.5 Credits

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  • Subject Area

    Business Law

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Learning Objective

  • To discuss how to identify & spot danger issues that are likely to result in litigation and how COVID issues are changing traditional employment law issues and analysis.
  • To demonstrate with examples of how employers can avoid legal liability from real-world, ripped-from-the-headline examples.
  • To review the Federal and State Minimum wage up to date changes and how companies should handle minimum wage for states with higher rates than federal.
  • To discuss a current legislative activity, what it means to employers, and what employers need to do to be ready for the federal regulation changes.
  • To take a 360 degree understanding of Professional Employer Organization (PEO), how it differs from HR Outsourcing vendors, how to identify your right PEO vendor, which companies best fit the PEO model.
  • To explore ins and outs of California Assembly Bill 5 including applicability with statutory exemptions, assessment of potential liability and financial exposure for misclassifying workers under California law, compliance and how to mitigate the risk of failure of compliance, differences between an employee and independent contractor under the bill, and impact of Proposition 22 on businesses.
  • To discuss changes in the various labor laws under the Fair Labor Standard Act (FSLA) including deduction limits, deadlines, filing procedures, administrative fees, penalties/fines for violations under federal and state law covering garnishment, and child support
  • To explore the laws governing withholding and processing of child support under the Consumer Credit Protection Act (CCPA) and Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) its calculations, going paperless with electronic withholding orders and electronic fund transfer, and recognizing best practices concerning child support withholding and communicating with employees and the issuing parties.
  • To analyze strategies to ensure compliance with state and federal wage and hour laws, ways to communicate expectations and policies to your employees, how to preserve the at-will relationship provided by California law.
  • To evaluate strategies to respond and defend employee claims, develop and implement procedures that reduce confusion, and avoid lost employee time spent on Human Resources issues.
  • To discuss the top ten mistakes businesses, make when crafting an employee handbook.

Course Overview

In the continuously shifting pandemic scenario, the changing employment and payroll law have continuously posed challenges for businesses. Certain subjects such as vaccination, and incentives provided by the government continue to remain in the picture due to various changes. The employers continuously remain concerned about which are the key topics that an organization needs to follow that ensure various business law compliance, minimize chances of inquiries, charges, and cases. 

Payroll tax laws are complex, and the penalties for not complying are steep. Failure to properly withhold can result in costly fines for employers. This online CPE webinar provides the best ways to protect yourself—and your clients—from penalties, and get expert advice on proper filing and payroll procedures that encompass the requirements of shifting requirements. 

This Online CPE webinar includes the following Key topics:

  • What key things do you need to focus on to minimize the chances of an EEOC investigation and being sued under employment laws. 
  • An issue like bringing employees back to work safely and removing workers who are sick. 
  • Status of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), paid leave, minimum wage, overtime, disability issues, LGBTQ rights, pay disparity, OSHA, discrimination in the workplace, and the legal and practical Implications of the COVID-19 Vaccine.
  • Review Federal Overtime Requirements for exempt vs. non-exempt employees, overtime concerns, and regular rate of pay: importance and calculation.
  • State overtime requirements
  • Introduction to PEOs, and advantages-limitations of PEO model
  • Key highlights of PEO services such as healthcare costs, HR administration, workers compensation, and tech platforms
  • Insights on how different PEO vendors compare, discuss costs, and provide tips on how to best shop for a PEO.
  • Which companies best fit the PEO model
  • Costs and tips to finalize the most suitable PEO for your client/organization
  • Overview of AB5 and AB 2257
  • Exceptions to the ABC test
  • Independent contractor agreement
  • Misclassification exposure
  • Why does the classification of independent contractor and employee matter
  • The key qualification for an independent contractor
  • Identification of the new rule
  • Garnishment and child support: major federal and state laws
  • Income Withholding Order (IWO) and steps to processing IWO in the payroll department
  • The best practices for reconciling and paying child support.
  • Objectives of building employee handbooks
  • Key contents of the employee handbook 
  • Practical guidelines, strategies, common mistakes, and pitfalls of the employee handbook

This Online CPE webinar will be of special value to the payroll staff, and practicing accountants, as it addresses key issues in employee compensation, withholding, deduction, and other regulatory requirements.

This webinar is presented by Cynthia Flynn, Thomas Farrell, David Miklas and Vicki Lambert

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Business Law for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 8 CPE Approved
Taxes for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-00737-21-S) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024) 8 CE Approved
Taxes for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) 8 CE Approved
SHRM Professionals (Approval No. 22-UPNC7) 8.5 PDC Approved
California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-0688) 8 CE Approved
Business Mgmnt and Org for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 8.5 CPE Eligible
HR Business for Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) (Approval No. 583772) 8.5 RCH Approved
Business Mgmnt and Org for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 8.5 CPE Eligible
Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-00737-21-S) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024) 8.5 CE Approved
Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 8 CE Eligible
Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 8 CE Eligible
Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-00737-21-S) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024) 8.5 CE Approved

Additional Information

Credits

8.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Cynthia Flynn - CPE/CE/CPD Courses for Ideal for Candian CPAs

Cynthia Flynn

Managing Partner, Hackler Flynn & Associates

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Cynthia Hackler Flynn is the founder and managing partner of Hackler Flynn & Associates, a Southern California based employment defense law firm. Since starting her practice, she has grown the firm to a team of 9, with each attorney having over a decade of experience. The law firm’s focus is employment law where their mission is to protect and defend entrepreneurs and business owners. Cynthia has been voted as a Super Lawyer every year since 2017 and for the last 3 years, has been named as a Pasadena Top Attorney. 

Stay Ahead of the Game with CPE Courses by Vicki Lambert

Vicki Lambert , CPP

President, Hackler Flynn & Associates

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Vicki M. Lambert, CPP, is president and academic director of The Payroll Advisor™ a firm specializing in training payroll professionals. With over 35 years of hands-on experience in all facets of payroll functions as well as over 20 years as a trainer and author, Ms. Lambert is a sought-after and respected voice in the practice and management of payroll issues. She has conducted open market training seminars on payroll issues across the United States that have been attended by executives and professionals from some of the most prestigious firms in business today.

Ms. Lambert has lectured extensively on payroll administration and compliance issues for clients that have included Automatic Data Processing, CCH Incorporated, Ceridian Employer Services, and The Employer Group. Ms. Lambert has also served as a consultant and in-house trainer for businesses such as Sun Microsystems, Paychex, Fox Studios, Disney, County of Riverside, and City of Hesperia.

Ms. Lambert is an adjunct faculty member at Brandman University in Southern California. She is the creator of and the instructor for the Practical Payroll Online program offered through the School of Extended Education. Ms. Lambert currently produces and presents audio seminars and webcasts for clients and business groups throughout the country.

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What is Self Study (QAS)?

Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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