January is more than a fresh calendar page. For employers, it is the most common reset point for payroll-related laws and regulations. Many federal, state, and local updates are timed to take effect on January 1, making the start of the year one of the most critical...
Margie Reed
IRS sets 2026 business standard mileage rate at 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced that the optional standard mileage rate for business use of automobiles will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026, while the mileage rate for vehicles used for medical purposes will decrease by half a cent, reflecting...
Can we terminate someone for taking FMLA leave during a major project they committed to helping with?
Question: Can we terminate someone for taking FMLA leave during a major project they committed to helping with? Answered by the HR Experts: No. When a leave of absence is “job protected,” like the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), it means you can’t terminate or...


