Hawaii employer health insurance rates have been climbing steadily, and if your last renewal came in higher than expected, you’re not alone. Rates are up across every major carrier in Hawaii in 2026. Understanding what is actually driving those increases, and which parts of your premium you can actually influence, puts you in a much…
If your business employs tipped workers, understanding Hawaii’s tip laws is one of the most practical things you can do to protect your team and your bottom line. Whether you run a restaurant in Hilo, a spa in Hanalei, a boutique hotel in Honolulu, or a tour operation out of Kihei, the rules around tip…
Immigration enforcement is rising, and employers across the U.S. are feeling the pressure. From surprise workplace immigration raids to formal I-9 audits, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is intensifying its scrutiny of employer compliance. For HR professionals and business leaders, preparation isn’t only about avoiding penalties; it’s about protecting what you’ve built. In Hawaii, immigration…
Every organization, including yours, is governed by laws and regulations that influence hiring, compensation, workplace safety, and much more. Your company can’t afford to put compliance with these requirements on the back burner. Penalties, lawsuits, and reputational damage are only the tip of the iceberg for businesses that fail to stay on top of their…
In a single year, workers’ compensation claims exceed $350,000,000 in Hawaii. See the breakdown by island, and learn how ProService helps businesses control costs. 1. U.S. Small Business Administration, 2019 2. Tipalti, 2024 3. Department of Labor & Industrial Relations, 2019 Â
Learn about Hawaii’s new law that intends to increase pay transparency and reduce pay inequalities in the workplace. If you’re a Hawaii business owner with 50 or more employees, there is a new law on pay transparency you need to know about. On July 3, 2023, Governor Josh Green signed into law SB 1057, a…
This overview provides guidance for managers to recognize and address behaviors that can be construed as harassment in the workplace. For expert assistance, please contact your ProService HR Consultant. Managers and Preventing Sexual Harassment Employers are required by law to provide a harassment-free work environment, by addressing inappropriate or harassing behaviors when they occur, and…
Thinking about starting a new business in Hawaii? Here are answers to 4 commonly asked questions that we receive as people begin a new endeavor.
Here’s what businesses need to know about Hawaii’s final pay laws before terminating a worker’s employment. When you or your employee decide to part ways, following Hawaii’s final pay laws when issuing their final paycheck is essential. Many local businesses may not realize that the regulations surrounding final paychecks after termination are more intricate than…
A new ruling by the National Labor Relations Board prohibits broad confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements. When a company terminates an employee, it may offer the outgoing employee a severance agreement with severance pay, in exchange for closely following a number of restrictions. Keeping quiet was often one of them. Previously, private-sector employers…
Update: On Thursday, January 13th, the Supreme Court announced its decision to block the vaccine and testing mandate for large businesses, but allow the healthcare vaccine mandate to take effect for organizations that receive Medicare and Medicaid funding. Despite the mandate being stricken, we know that many local employers are taking their own steps to…
Goodbye 2021, hello 2022! To help you start the year off on the right foot, here are the Q1 must-know dates for employers on the 2022 HR calendar. January Kickoff 2022 by casting your vision for the near year! Think about your mission, vision, goals, strategies, and action plans. How will you grow & scale…
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