by Brandon Laws | Dec 20, 2007 | Human Resources
A 2005 study by Thomas Garman, an employee debt expert at Virginia Tech University, showed that 30 percent of U.S. employees feel substantial financial stress that affects their job performance. In another survey, 28 percent of workers said they were not only worse...
by Brandon Laws | Nov 30, 2007 | Employment Law
As 2007 comes to a close, the Oregon legislature has been very busy. There are no fewer than 10 legislative updates that directly effect employers. Many of these new laws are already in effect. Read on to learn which of these new laws affect you, your company and your...
by Brandon Laws | Nov 30, 2007 | Benefits
Carol Moore at Bankrate.com shares nine ways people can effectively ruin their retirement. That’s right – ruin; this is a study in what NOT to do. Keep these tips in mind, especially if you’re getting ready to sign up for your 401(k). 9 Dumb Retirement Moves If you...
by Brandon Laws | Oct 19, 2007 | Inside Xenium
Corporate Address: 7401 SW Washo Court Suite 200 Tualatin, OR 97062 Phone: (503) 612-1555 Fax: (503) 612-1577 www.XeniumHR.com President: Leslie Nielsen Phone: (503) 612-1578 Fax: (503) 352-1778 E-mail: LeslieN@XeniumResources.com Media Relations Contact: Nathaniel...
by Brandon Laws | Oct 19, 2007 | Compensation
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced on Wednesday, October 17, 2007, that the 2008 social security wage base will be $102,000, an increase of $4,500 from the 2007 wage base of $97,500. As in prior years, there is no limit to the wages subject to the...
