In response to the continuing change brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Human Services (DHS) has decided to defer physical presence requirements that are usually necessary for the completion of Form I-9. What does this mean? Employers with employees working remotely due to COVID-19 will be able to review the identity and […]

On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which provides relief to taxpayers affected by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The CARES Act is the third round of federal government aid related to COVID-19. We have summarized the top provisions in the new legislation below, with […]

In response to changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, last week the Texas Workforce Commission created and approved a Shared Work Program. The program was put in place in order to provide employers with an alternative to full layoffs during COVID-19 employee work hour reductions. How does this program work? The Shared Work program allows […]

U.S. Treasury Sec. Steven Mnuchin has announced that individuals and businesses will have until July 15 to file returns, as well as to make payments without interest or penalties. This is a common practice for IRS in disaster situations. Historically it has occurred in specific geographic areas hit by natural disasters like hurricanes, tornados, and […]

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) understands that COVID-19 has caused increased concern and uncertainty among jobseekers. Click through to see the resources TWC has made available to jobseekers during this time. https://twc.texas.gov/news/covid-19-resources-job-seekers

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has published various resources in order to assist employers during the COVID-19 outbreak. Click through to see the latest updates from the state to employers and to get the answers to some of employers most frequently asked questions. https://twc.texas.gov/news/covid-19-resources-employers

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has given instructions for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to waive the one week waiting period for Unemployment Benefits. Click through to see the other requirements that have been waived in the state’s effort to address COVID-19’s impact on the economy. https://twc.texas.gov/news/twc-waives-certain-requirements-unemployment-benefits-services

On March 18, the President signed an emergency relief act for COVID-19 into law, the legislation states that Department of Labor (DOL) will issue a model notice for employers to post notice to employees in regard to the Acts within 7 days and will issue guidelines to assist employers with calculations in no more than […]

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Tuesday that individual taxpayers who owe up to one million dollars in federal taxes can defer paying until July 15, while corporations can defer up to $10 million. “All you have to do is file your taxes – you’ll automatically not get charged interest and penalties,” Mnuchin said. “We encourage […]

To our valued clients, At JRBT, the health and safety of our employees, our clients and the communities in which we live and work is of paramount importance. For this reason, we are taking specific precautions and putting measures in place to help ensure both the safety of our people and our visitors and, also, business […]