Last week we provided a fun list of things to do on rainy summer days to keep the kids entertained at home. But we all know that sometimes, even in wet weather, you need to get out of the house and entertain them around town. Here is a list compiled from both our own...
One of the things many people love about the Capital Region is the wide diversity of seasonal activities that can be found both locally and within short driving distances. There are lots of places for children of various ages to have fun during the summer months, but...
While household employees are often excluded from federal and state laws protecting against wage theft and overtime pay because of the limited number of employees within the home/ business, the crime of wage theft crimes and household employers are not mutually...
We are excited to announce that beginning at 12pm on Tuesday, May 2nd, we are holding a photo caption contest on our Facebook page where you could win a bouquet of flowers delivered anywhere in the U.S. in time for Mother's Day! Just like our Facebook page, then type...
A household employee work agreement is a detailed outline of the employment engagement. It establishes a clear understanding between you, as the employer, and your employee regarding their duties and responsibilities and helps reduce the likelihood of issues and...
Families looking to recruit the best household employees need ways to attract them, especially if they’re unable to pay higher salaries. Something that often does the trick is finding some creative benefits for nannies, particularly if those benefits address...
Q: I own a business. Can I pay my nanny through my company payroll? A: While it may be tempting to do so, it is illegal, in most cases, to pay a household employee on a business payroll. The legal basis for keeping business and household payroll...
Q: Our household employee submits timesheets each pay period. Is it mandatory that she sign those timesheets? A: It is not a requirement that timesheets be signed. We recommend that employees acknowledge that their time records are accurate, either by signing them or...
Following the presidential election in November, new potential Cabinet members have been going through the nomination process in the Senate. Two of those nominees have come under fire for issues relating to the hiring and paying of household workers. President Trump’s...
