The Sacramento Business Journal recently reported that lawsuits under the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) have risen 33% over the past three years. With that in mind, it seems like a good time to discuss when contractors must be paid overtime. First, let’s clarify…

Not so long ago, many people felt compelled to choose between their career or family. Now, as buzz phrases like “work-life balance” take over the workplace, the focus is on “having it all.” While having it all may sound great…

If it seems like clients are dragging their feet when it comes to the final hiring decision, it’s not your imagination. The Chicago Tribune reported on a recent Manpower survey that showed that 34% of employers are having trouble filling open positions. One of…

Like it or not, it looks like the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), otherwise known as “Obamacare,” is here to stay. Even if the upcoming election is a Republican landslide, experts say it is unlikely that the healthcare reform will…

E-Verify is an online system that checks information provided on an employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) against data from the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. While the system isn’t mandatory for all employers, there is federal legislation…

There is a huge demand for healthcare professionals as the American population continues to age.  To achieve workforce flexibility, many healthcare providers are filling their open positions with contractors.  This creates a tremendous opportunity for recruiters who can work this niche. If…