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Layoffs Ahead? A Warning About the WARN Act

After suffering through labor shortages amid strong consumer demands, it now seems the economic pendulum could be swinging back the other way. In recent months, a number of well-known companies have announced layoffs due to recession fears and an attempt to tighten belts and perhaps now correct issues stemming from… Read More


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PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Deadlines Are Looming

If you were one of the nearly 12 million employers who benefitted from a PPP loan during the height of economic uncertainty brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a very important upcoming deadline you will want to keep on your radar. If you haven’t already done so, you… Read More

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Not Getting Enough Applicants? Review Your Application!

by Kate Hadaway Recently, my 18-year old stepdaughter went to apply for a job. She has graduated high school so has a fairly free schedule and has previous work experience at one other job in a fast-food restaurant. Needless to say, she would be a great candidate for many of… Read More


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FFCRA – What You Need to Know Now (as of 4/2/2021)

Background On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. FFCRA created a mandate for employers to provide up to 80 hours of Emergency Paid Sick leave to employees is they could not perform essential duties due to quarantine orders or their own COVID… Read More


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Thinking About Taking a Holiday From a Company Holiday Party This Year?

As the end of 2020 approaches, many companies are struggling with whether or not to hold their traditional company holiday parties. The decision is complicated by a number of factors including financial constraints, logistics, and legalities balanced with maintaining morale and ensuring everyone’s health and safety. Very few would have… Read More

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NH Municipal Employers: Preparing for the Financial Impacts of COVID-19

For those New Hampshire municipalities operating on a fiscal year budget, most did not see significant declines in revenue in the way of unpaid property taxes when collections took place for the first half of the year. However, both state and local officials are anticipating the amount of uncollected property… Read More

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Return to Work: Strategies for a Safe and Productive Workforce

Photo by LinkedIn Sales Navigator from Pexels As unemployment benefits shrink and businesses navigate the task of reopening, many workers are returning to work for the first time since the start of shutdowns in March. All too many of them are also struggling with fears of possible workplace exposures as… Read More