For small to medium-sized businesses in Maine, current and forthcoming labor laws can turn running a business into a compliance nightmare. While compliance with labor laws is a legal requirement, it also is critical for responsible business management. Understanding these laws creates a fair, safe, and legally sound workplace. In
In Maine, small and medium-sized businesses contribute to a huge portion the state’s economic growth. Whether you’re a seasoned employer or a new business owner, understanding what is required of a Maine employer is essential. At Paper Trails, we’re dedicated to ensuring that business owners in Maine are not only
Another compliance challenge is coming for Maine business owners. Recently, Maine legislatures passed funding for a new Maine Paid Family Medical Leave program. Soon Maine will become the latest state to enact such a program. Maine’s program is set to be one of the broadest and most generous paid family and
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
Update your company handbook around the holidays In today’s ever-changing business landscape, an outdated handbook can be a liability.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
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
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