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COVID-19: Here’s What You Need to Know

With COVID-19 making such a big impact on our country and economy right now, it’s difficult to focus on anything else. When people’s health and financial well-being are at stake, things can seem dire. It can be easy to overlook annual tasks like filing and paying your taxes. However, it is more important than ever to know where you stand regarding your taxes.

It’s also important to understand employment law obligations during this time. Given the fluidity of this rapidly developing situation, we strongly encourage employers to reach out to Rockwater Associates with questions regarding your specific situations. We can do an assessment and implement immediate changes to the affected areas of your business such as sick leave, PTO, vacation, FMLA, Compensation, Workplace Safety and Employer Relations to ensure your operation can run as smoothly as possible.

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Recent Information

The latest information regarding taxes, human resources, and technology.

Tax News

IRS raises per diem standard rates for business travel September 26, 2022
Under Notice 2022-44, the high-low method rates will be slightly higher and the list of high-cost localities in the continental United States is revised, both effective Oct. 1.
AICPA again critiques new IRS requirements for R&D credits September 26, 2022
In a second letter, the AICPA takes issue with broad new documentation requirements for refund claims involving the Sec. 41 credit, outlined in an IRS memo in fall 2021.
Penalty relief deadline fast approaches for 2019, 2020 tax returns September 23, 2022
Taxpayers must file by Sept. 30 to qualify for late-filing penalty relief from the IRS.

Human Resources

Salary Negotiation Strategies for HR Professionals September 28, 2022
The largest raises you'll ever get in your career typically come from quitting a job and joining a new employer, though not everyone wants to jump ship. Learning how to negotiate for a pay raise—whether you are job hunting or staying put—is critical if you hope to earn what you're worth in the market.
California Provides Protections for Workers Who Use Marijuana Outside Work September 28, 2022
On Sept. 18, California Gov. Newsom signed a law that will prohibit employers from penalizing workers for using marijuana outside of work. The law, effective Jan. 1, 2024, prohibits discrimination in hiring, termination and other employment decisions based on consumption of cannabis while off the job.

Technology

The risks of edge AI September 28, 2022
Artificial intelligence at the edge can revolutionize your business, but what do you need to prevent unintentional consequences? The post The risks of edge AI appeared first on TechRepublic.
SAS Data Management review September 28, 2022
See how SAS Data Management solutions can help you solve key business challenges and accelerate your business. The post SAS Data Management review appeared first on TechRepublic.
How to eke out more battery life from your Pixel phone September 28, 2022
If you're looking to squeeze as much battery life from your Pixel phone, Jack Wallen has a few tips for you. The post How to eke out more battery life from your Pixel phone appeared first on TechRepublic.