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  Sexual Harassment Awarness Increases, But Risks Still Abound
  

Following the highly publicized lawsuit brought against Isiah Thomas and the New York Knicks, sexual harassment has once reappeared. Despite strides to reduce harassment in the workplace, employers must still do more to educate themselves and their staff. HR firms provide such a solution.

   
  Undocumented Workers Legislation - A New Reality for California Employers
  Employers face new challenges following the Department of Homeland Security’s announcement it will levy larger fines against businesses that employ undocumented workers. HR Outsourcing has become a viable option for small employers to remain in compliance and avoid costly penalties.
   
  Human Resources Outsourcing Maintains Double Digit Growth
  Effectively managing Human Resources has become a daunting task for small and mid-market businesses. U.S. corporations must grapple with one of the most complicated systems of employment laws in the world. One solution is to turn to Human Resources Outsourcing firms which allows companies to shift nonessential jobs easily, and inexpensively, to off-site experts.
   
  PEO Firms Provide Crucial Relief for Overwhelmed Businesses
  In response to the growing risks of managing employees, frustrated employers are turning to Professional Employer Organizations in record numbers. PEOs are experts in all aspects of Human Resources and help small and mid-sized employers comply with the law and offer their staff enhanced training and benefits.
   
 
Small Business Employee Benefit Solutions
  

Many employers are finding the ability to provide cost effective health insurance more challenging as premiums continue to rise and the options available continue to decrease. Employers are beginning to think “out of the box” and are looking at new ways to offer their employees benefit programs, and to keep them motivated.

   
  California Labor Law Challenges... And Solutions
  California employers need to be aware that California Labor Law differs from federal law in significant ways that can make life even more difficult, if not downright treacherous, for businesses with limited human resources expertise. That is why California employers are turning to HR Outsourcing experts for protection and support.
   
    HR Outsourcing Trends and Their Effect in a Tight Economy  
    While there are indications that the tight economy may be starting to weaken, small businesses may feel the squeeze for some time to come. In an effort to offset rising operational costs and flat revenues, many small business are turning to Human Resources Outsourcing firms as a way reduce overhead, cut costs, and improve productivity. While some employers may select specific functions to outsource, while others may opt for a complete outsourcing solution, overall the HRO industry continues to gain momentum even in a tight economy as other industries contract.
   
  What to Look For When Selecting a PEO
  The Professional Employer Organization industry is a business model for outsourcing human resource services. PEOs, also known as employee leasing in some business circles, provide administrative services for tasks such as human resources, the handling of employee benefits, payroll, and workers' compensations. Like any industry, there are specific guidelines and criteria that should be carefully reviewed prior to selecting a PEO with whom to work.
 
     
     
   
     
 
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