EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

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...

There are many benefits to using a paperless payroll solution, including business advantages such as increased security and peace of mind. For instance, physical paper payroll records, documents, and forms can be damaged or destroyed, but online payroll records are...

Whether intentional or accidental, wage theft or inaccurately paying employees in New York can cost an employer dearly. So while it is important to use a payroll solution that ensures accuracy and helps you avoid errors, it is important to also understand employer...

There are several economic benefits of making the change to paperless payroll and as more businesses make the transition toward paperless Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, more business owners are searching for the answer to the age-old question "how does this...

Employers in New York are responsible for understanding the state unemployment insurance (SUI) rates for New York. Here is everything that employers need to know.

It is exceptionally important to maintain compliance with overtime laws in New York, and with that in mind, businesses should ensure they have adjusted payroll and wages to reflect the changes to New York State’s exempt salary threshold for 2025, for executive and...

All workers in New York state are entitled to receive an hourly Minimum Wage rate according to New York Labor Laws and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This Minimum Wage requirement includes workers across the hospitality industry, such as fast food workers, nail...

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.

Businesses in New York State should understand the rules regarding travel time under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), so that way they can ensure employees are paid properly and fairly. Here is what employers need to know about paying employees for travel time in...

Employers with businesses in New York State need to be aware of all the different rules and regulations regarding processing payroll. When it comes to New York Payroll Law and processing, employers need to stay compliant with laws regarding employee pay and minimum...