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Employment Regulations
In addition to taxes, there are numerous business laws, rules and regulations you are expected to comply with including licensing, tax and other regulations. Perquest can help you here, too.
Workers Compensation: All businesses with three or more employees must have some level of workers compensation insurance in order to protect the employer against punitive damages for injuries an employee suffers on the job. Make sure you're familiar with what is required by your state. With Perquest, you can be confident that your payments are accurate and on time.
New Hires: Besides getting your newest employee's SSN and completed tax-withholding forms, employers are required to report new employee information to appropriate state agencies within 20 days of hire date. Perquest lends a hand by processing the necessary forms on time and accurately.
Licenses and Permits: The nature of your business and its location could mean the filing of any number of licenses and permits with the city, county and state, such as occupancy and zoning. You'll want to check with the appropriate local government offices to make sure you are operating within the law.
Fictitious Business Name: The Trade Name Registration Act requires businesses that use a name other than the legally registered name to register the fictitious name with the county. This does not apply to those practicing any profession under a partnership name or corporations doing business under their corporate name. Seek more information from your local or state government offices.
Sales Tax Number: Sales tax must be collected on just about every tangible asset sold. Each state has its own sales and use tax which applies to such purchases, and a sales tax number is required for each business before opening. The number, plus instructions for collection, reporting and remitting the money to the state is found through your state government offices.
Health and Safety: The Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gives specific health and safety standards employers must provide for the protection of employees. Most states have similar standards. Contact a local OSHA office for details.
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