VIDEO: Employee Best Practices Every Employer Should Know

Managing employees isn't just about payroll—it’s about compliance, documentation, and protecting your business from unnecessary risk.

To help you stay ahead, Exact Payroll sat down with Diane Hauser, partner at the law firm Paisner Litvin Hauser, for a candid and informative discussion about the most common mistakes employers make—and how to avoid them. Diane has spent over two decades representing employers of all sizes in labor and employment law matters.

In this 30-minute video, you’ll learn exactly what you need to put in place to stay compliant and protect your business when it comes to hiring, recordkeeping, employee classification, and more.

What You’ll Learn

Here are a few highlights from our conversation with Diane:

• Misclassifying Employees = Big Trouble
  Many small businesses start with contractors—but accidentally treat them like employees. That misstep could cost you in back taxes, legal fees, and even lawsuits.
  
  
• Why Every Employer Needs an Employee Handbook
  Even for small teams, a handbook can be your best legal defense. It sets expectations, documents policies, and protects your business.
  
  
• What Belongs in a Personnel File (And What Doesn’t)
  Not everything should go in an employee’s main file. Diane walks through what to include, what to keep separate, and how to handle things like medical records, I-9s, and disciplinary notes.
  
  
• Remote Work = New Compliance Risks
  In a hybrid world, employers must navigate state and city-specific laws around leave, taxation, and recordkeeping.

Need Help With Compliance, Classifications, or Onboarding?

Exact Payroll is here to help. From employee handbooks to proper recordkeeping systems, we give you tools—and expert guidance—that help your business stay compliant and confident.

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