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July 23, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Payroll, Separations, Tax Impacts, UI Claims, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – July 23, 2025

MICHIGAN – OVER 47,000 MICHIGANDERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR RETROACTIVE INCREASED UI PAYMENTS Public Act 173 of 2024 went into effect on April 2, 2025. The legislation made several changes to…
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July 21, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

Enabling Success: The Ultimate Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions

Over the past 10 weeks, we have taken a deep look at how merger & acquisition (M&A) activity impacts all areas of your business, providing the knowledge and insights to…
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July 16, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Payroll, Tax Impacts, Tax Rates, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – July 16, 2025

DID YOU KNOW? MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS: I-9 COMPLIANCE Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are exciting—new markets, expanded resources, and fresh opportunities. But amid the buzz of strategy sessions and celebratory press releases,…
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July 14, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions: The I-9 Compliance Playbook

Article Written By The Workbright Team Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are exciting—new markets, expanded resources, and fresh opportunities. But amid the buzz of strategy sessions and celebratory press releases, it's…
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July 9, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Separations, UI Claims

Industry News & Updates – July 9, 2025

ARKANSAS – DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available to individuals who were affected by severe storms and tornadoes that impacted Arkansas between April 2-22, 2025.…
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July 7, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions on Offboarding Compliance

Separation notices provide former associates with information on their right to file for unemployment after a separation. These notices, and other state or company mandated documents, are an important part…
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July 2, 2025 in Payroll, Separations, Tax Impacts, Tax Rates, UI Claims, UI Hearings, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – July 2, 2025

MONTANA – REDETERMINATION AND APPEALS PROCESS UPDATES Beginning July 1, 2025, the Montana Department of Labor & Industry implemented a process update. When an unemployment claim is denied, employers now…
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June 25, 2025 in Separations, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – June 25, 2025

CONNECTICUT – UNEMPLOMENT BENEFIT CHARGE PROTEST DEADLINE TO CHANGE Beginning October 1, 2025, the Connecticut Department of Labor will reduce the amount of time allowed for protesting unemployment benefit charges.…
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June 23, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions on Tax Credits & Incentives

When your organization is acquiring new employees, locations, and/or moving into new states, there are often opportunities to take advantage of these transactions and help offset costs through various tax…
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June 18, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Payroll, Tax Impacts, Tax Rates, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – June 18, 2025

COLORADO – AVOID DELINQUENT PREMIUM PENALTY ASSESSMENT: PAY ALL UI PREMIUMS BY JUNE 30 Colorado employers are warned that any delinquent Unemployment Insurance premiums must be paid by Monday, June…
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June 16, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions on Your Unemployment Claims Process

Mergers and acquisitions have far reaching implications across your organization. From employee data updates needed for verifications to navigating compliance in new states to unemployment, you need to understand how…
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June 11, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Legislation, Payroll, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – June 11, 2025

DID YOU KNOW? MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS: SUI ACCOUNTS This week, as we continue to explore the wide-ranging impacts of mergers and acquisitions across your organization, we turn to the world…
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June 9, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions on Your Unemployment Taxes

In 1935, the Unemployment Insurance Program was created by the passage of the Social Security Act. Its goal was, and is, to provide financial assistance to individuals during periods of…
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June 4, 2025 in Legislation, Payroll, Tax Impacts, Unemployment Tax, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – June 4, 2025

DID YOU KNOW? THE IMPACT OF MERGERS & ACQUISTIONS ON VERIFICATIONS While your tax team is the front-line during mergers and acquisitions, these types of activities also have an impact…
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June 2, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Impact of Mergers & Acquisitions on Verifications

The impact of a merger or acquisition spans across your organization. Without careful planning and execution, your employees may feel negative effects from the transition. A key issue for your…
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May 28, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Legislation, Separations, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – May 28, 2025

ARKANSAS – DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available to individuals who were affected by severe storms and tornadoes that impacted Arkansas on March 14-15. Impacted…
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May 21, 2025 in Disaster Unemployment Assistance, Legislation, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – May 21, 2025

IOWA – UNEMPLOYMENT SYSTEM UPDATE Beginning on June 3, 2025, Iowa will transition to a “once in a generation” system for managing unemployment claims. The state is making these changes…
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May 19, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions

Important Documentation for Mergers & Acquisitions

During a merger or acquisition, it is important to collect as much historical information and documentation as possible from the predecessor employer. Because states require this information when reporting mergers,…
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May 14, 2025 in Legislation, Unemployment Updates

Industry News & Updates – May 14, 2025

DID YOU KNOW? MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS: INTRODUCING MULTI-STATE COMPLIANCE NAVIGATOR™ Mergers and Acquisitions can expand your business into new states and/or locations. At Thomas & Company, we have created a…
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May 12, 2025 in Mergers & Acquisitions, Multi-State Compliance

Multi-State Compliance Navigator™

Payroll for today’s diverse and mobile workforce can be a complex task for businesses. Mergers and acquisitions can open new doors for your organization, providing access to new markets and…
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