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Your Business Can Have a 401k as Easy as 1 2 3

Today, most small business owners are seeking ways to recruit and retain higher caliber employees.  One such way to achieve this goal is to provide employees with a benefits package that includes a 401(k) retirement plan.   However, some small business owners are opting not to offer a 401(k) retirement plan as a part of their […]

IRS Releases the “Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2014; Identity Theft, Phone Scams Lead List

From IRS Newswire The Internal Revenue Service today issued its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to protect themselves against a wide range of schemes ranging from identity theft to return preparer fraud. The Dirty Dozen listing, compiled by the IRS each year, lists a variety […]

Our New Google + Page

Canal HR is excited to announce we have created a page on Google +.  Please visit our page here and check it out.  We encourage all of our customers to comment and post reviews. https://plus.google.com/103630950882984822475/posts Thank You, Canal HR Team

Major Medical, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Cancer and Dental Plan…

Major Medical Our clients have a choice of several group health plans. Plans include HMO, PPO, Traditional, and Self-funded Plans. The employer contributes a portion of the premium in a group plan. For our clients who do not want a group plan, there are Individual Health plans available for employees who want coverage. Individual Health […]

An Employer’s Guide to a Drug-Free Workplace

The following is a excerpt from “A Employers Guide to a Drug Free Workplace “from the Florida Division of Workers Compensation. The entire paper can be read at http://www.myfloridacfo.com/wc/pdf/dfwpman.pdf  If you are in business, it’s time you know the facts…. The available data continue to indicate that substance abuse has a significant impact in the […]

How would you like to have an expert to help you with employment issues at little or no cost to you?

At Canal HR one of our most important services to avoid unanticipated labor cost is our DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY.  Everyone is aware of the growing number of lawsuits by employees against their employers.  The vast majority of these lawsuits arise out of misunderstandings that never should have reached the litigation level.  Our DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY […]

Want A Risk Manager On Your Team At Little Or No Cost to You?

Our Risk Management Team can assist your company in workplace safety while keeping your worker’s compensation costs under control.  We can show you how to eliminate the worker’s compensation down payment and how you may benefit from our volume buying power. Our Risk Manager can work with you on your safety program, including premises and […]

Professional Employer Organizations (PEO’s): Fueling Small Business Growth

The National Association of Professional Employer Organizations or NAPEO, publishes informative white papers about PEO’s.  Here’s a great article about how PEO’s are helping the growth of small businesses.  Click the link below to read the article. NAPEO White Paper One

Tired of feeling taken by Workmen’s Comp? A Good PEO is the Answer

Your company can ensure a safer workplace and controlled workers’ compensation costs with a good PEO. PEO safety experts and Workers’ Compensation administrators will work to ensure your company maintains a safe work environment and keeps expensive work comp claims in check. List of PEO Worker’s Compensation and Risk Management Services: Eliminate workers’ compensation down payments […]

How Canal HR Cut Workmen’s Comp Costs Dramatically

A Professional Employer Organization (PEO), like Canal HR, enables you to concentrate on your core business while maintaining control of the day-to-day management of employees such as hiring, firing, promotion, demotion and client service. Behind the scenes Canal HR takes care of payroll tax administration, benefits administration, risk management and Human Resources support. You focus […]

GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN WILL DELAY THE START OF TAX FILING SEASON

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced a delay of approximately one to two weeks to the start of the upcoming tax filing season, which is a result of the 16-day federal government shutdown. The original start date of when the IRS would begin accepting and processing tax returns was expected to be January 21, […]

October Safety Topic: Power Tools

Power tools can be hazardous when improperly used.  Power tools can be electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic or powder-actuated depending on their power source.  It is important that you understand the potential hazards and know the safety precautions needed when operating power tools. Always wear approved eye and ear protection, dust masks and appropriate clothing […]