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What is a seasonal employer?

Maine is recognized as one of the most healthful, beautiful and interesting states in the nation.  With over 17 million acres of forestland and 3,500 miles of beautiful coastline, it is an attraction for many tourists at different times of the year.  Due to different terrains and climate changes, and

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Update your company handbook around the holidays

Update your company handbook around the holidays In today’s ever-changing business landscape, an outdated handbook can be a liability. This is particularly true in the post-COVID world, as many employees are working remotely. Multistate employers with a widely-dispersed workforce face additional compliance challenges over those operating in one state. Let’s

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Maine law requires vacation payouts

Maine amends law to require vacation payouts Changes are coming in Maine, as a law has been amended to require vacation payouts for certain employers. On April 7th, 2022, Governor Janet Mills signed “An Act Regarding the Treatment of Vacation Time upon the Cessation of Employment” into law. This act

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Maine’s Minimum Wage Increase

When will the minimum wage increase? Maine’s minimum wage is on the rise with a consumer price index adjustment as is required by state law. The minimum wage increase will go into effect on January 1, 2022. This means that all employees must be paid at least the new minimum

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