Enacted in 1938, the Fair Labor Standards Act governs the federal minimum wage, among other things. Last increased in 2009, the federal minimum wage stands at $7.25 per hour. Many states and some localities have their own minimum wage laws that set the minimum higher...

Both owners and employees often misunderstand how taxes work with bonuses, leading to confusion and frustration. Fortunately, with some education and preparation, the situation can work out for everyone....

The decision to close a business's doors for good is never an easy one. However, it's important to keep abreast of compliance requirements before you say goodbye. That's why you should take time to visit the closing a business page of IRS.gov. It's designed to help you...

If you find yourself short-staffed, there's no harm in calling a former employee who has retired. You won't jeopardize your pension plan's tax status if you rehire retirees. Nor is it a problem if you permit distributions of retirement benefits to employees who hit the...