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OutSolve has invited John C. Fox, Esq. as a guest blogger providing legal insights on EEO and compliance issues. The views expressed in his posts are his and do not reflect the viewpoint of OutSolve or its employees.

OutSolve has invited John C. Fox, Esq. as a guest blogger providing legal insights on EEO and compliance issues. The views expressed in his posts are his and do not reflect the viewpoint of OutSolve or its employees.

OutSolve has invited John C. Fox, Esq. as a guest blogger providing legal insights on EEO and compliance issues. The views expressed in his posts are his and do not reflect the viewpoint of OutSolve or its employees.

Setting salaries can feel like a guessing game. If you pay employees too little, they leave for better offers. If you pay too much, you strain your budget and create pay compression. That’s where compensation benchmarking comes in. 

Ever wondered what would happen if everyone at your office suddenly knew each other’s salaries? Would your team leave feeling angry and defeated or would they be satisfied knowing they are paid their worth and in-line with other folks in the same role make?  

So much is changing in the world of HR Compliance. Laws that were once steadfast are being modified for the first time in years. Not only that, but states are creating their own laws that HR professionals must now follow. That, combined with federal regulations and requirements, can leave HR teams heads spinning. 

The California Pay Data Reporting portal is now open. Private employers with 100 or more payroll employees or 100 or more employees hired through labor contractors inside or outside of California can now submit their 2024 reports through May 14, 2025.  

The start of a new year is a crucial time for businesses to examine policies, streamline operations, and set strategic goals. It’s also an ideal time to make sure your labor law posters are up to date and reflect any changes to laws that recently took effect. In 2024 alone, over 120 updates to employment and labor laws took effect, underscoring the importance of maintaining current posters.  

This statement is from the foremost leading firms in affirmative action compliance. These organizations have supported federal contractors for over two decades. Through this statement, these firms offer expert guidance on how to navigate new requirements under Executive Order, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

Updated: January 23, 2025

Ensuring your business stays compliant with federal and state regulations is essential for all HR professionals. Missing a filing deadline or form submission can be costly in many ways to your company. To meet this challenge, we're giving you the tools you need to stay up-to-date on your 2025 calendar and keep all your to-dos in one place. Resources for updates on pay transparency, OFCCP compliance and much more are here in one place for you. Let's get started to kick off your 2025 on the right foot!