HR Compliance for Your Small Business

You want to work on your business, not HR. I give you the HR policies, documentation and expert guidance you need so you can focus on the parts of your business you actually love.

HR compliance is complex

Even very small businesses have rules to follow, and compliance obligations pile up as you grow. Whether you have employees in 1 state or all 50, we can help.

It grows as you do

FLSA classification, I-9s, required policies, mandatory postings — the list expands with every hire, and penalties don't scale down for small teams.

Found out too late

Most businesses discover the gaps through a complaint, an audit, or a lawsuit. Getting ahead of it is dramatically cheaper.

No full-time hire needed

You need the right infrastructure, built once — plus expert access when questions come up.

Where it gets hardest

Multi-State Is the Specialty

Every state sets its own rules — final paycheck timelines, paid sick leave, required handbook language, mandatory postings. Hiring one remote employee in a new state changes your obligations overnight. Most generalist consultants know a state or two; this practice has hands-on experience managing employees across many, and building the systems to stay compliant as teams spread out.

300+
employees managed across multiple states
4+
years building multi-state HR from scratch

See What You'll Receive

Sample deliverables from each service. This is what the actual work product looks like.

Boundary HRMulti-State Compliance Audit
Compliance Audit Report
Client: Acme Manufacturing LLCStates Reviewed: UT · CO · FL · TXEmployees: 43Date: June 2025
3
High Risk
4
Medium Risk
2
Low Risk

Nine compliance gaps were identified across four states. Three require immediate attention due to active penalty exposure. Detailed remediation guidance is provided for each finding.

State / AreaRequirementFindingRisk
ColoradoPaid Sick LeaveNo accrual policy in place. State law requires 48 hrs/year for all employees working in-state.High
Action planAdopt a written HFWA accrual policy at one hour per 30 hours worked, capped at 48 hrs/year. Backfill balances for current Colorado staff and add the accrual to payroll.
All StatesFLSA ClassificationExempt/non-exempt status not formally reviewed or documented for any role.High
Action planRun every role against the salary and duties tests, document the exemption basis in each file, and route borderline positions to employment counsel before finalizing.
UtahFinal Pay TimingNo written procedure exists. Terminations require payment within 24 hours under Utah law.Medium
Action planWrite a per-state final-pay procedure and assign an owner, so a termination triggers the correct deadline automatically in each state.
FloridaNew Hire ReportingProcess is inconsistent. Federal 20-day reporting deadline not tracked or assigned.Medium
Action planAssign ownership and add a calendar trigger at each hire date to cover the federal 20-day deadline and Florida's own reporting requirement.
TexasRequired PostingsThree required state notices confirmed at main location; remote employees not covered.Low
Action planDeliver the required notices electronically to remote employees and document delivery. Re-check posting language at each annual update.
Boundary HRPriority Action Plan
Priority Action Plan
Client: Acme Manufacturing LLCBased on: Compliance Audit — June 2025Items: 9 total
High
Draft and implement Colorado Paid Sick Leave policy
Required for all W-2 employees physically working in Colorado. Minimum 48 hours/year accrual. Penalties begin at first violation — there is no grace period.
High
Complete FLSA classification review for all exempt roles
Document the specific exemption basis for each role and retain in the employee file. Consult employment counsel for any borderline positions before finalizing.
Medium
Establish written final pay procedures for each state
Utah: 24 hrs on termination, 72 hrs on resignation. Texas: next regular payday or within 6 days of discharge. Florida: next regular payday.
Medium
Standardize Florida new hire reporting process
Assign ownership and create a calendar trigger at each hire date. Federal deadline is 20 days from start date. Florida also has its own state-level reporting requirement.
Low
Audit required postings for remote employees in Colorado and Utah
Both states updated required posting language in 2024. Electronic delivery is sufficient for fully remote employees when documented correctly.
Boundary HREmployee Handbook
Employee Handbook
Prepared for: Acme Manufacturing LLCStates: UT · CO · FL · TXEffective: July 2025
Section 2.1
At-Will Employment

Employment with Acme Manufacturing LLC is at-will. This means that either you or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.

Nothing in this handbook, in any other company document, or in any statement made by a manager or company representative creates a contract of employment or changes the at-will nature of employment. Only a written agreement signed by the CEO that explicitly states employment is not at-will is binding on the company.

This policy applies in all states where Acme Manufacturing LLC operates. Utah, Texas, Florida, and Colorado are all at-will employment states.
Section 5.2
Colorado Paid Sick Leave Colorado Only

Employees who work in Colorado are entitled to paid sick leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Eligible employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year.

Accrued sick leave may be used for the employee's own illness or injury, to care for a family member, or for reasons related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or a similar safety concern. Unused sick leave carries over from year to year but is not paid out upon separation.

This section applies only to employees physically working in Colorado. Employees in other states should refer to their applicable state-specific addendum.

How It Works

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Use the calculator

Answer a few questions about your business and get an itemized estimate on the spot. No call required to get started.

2

Scope is confirmed

Short call or email exchange to verify the details and lock in a final quote.

3

You share your information

Complete a short onboarding form and share any existing policies or documentation. Your team, your states, your current setup — the rest is handled from there.

4

You get the deliverables

Written reports, ready-to-use documents, and a debrief so you know exactly what to do next.

Common Questions

Can you help with any state where I have employees?
Yes. The practice is fully remote and works with businesses in any U.S. state. Most work is delivered via questionnaire, document review, and video call — no in-person meetings required.
Are you an employment attorney?
No. I'm an HR practitioner, not a lawyer. I identify compliance gaps and provide practical guidance. For complex legal disputes or litigation, I'll recommend you speak with an employment attorney.
How long does a project take?
Most one-time projects are delivered within 1–2 weeks of your completed onboarding form. Rush turnaround available for urgent situations.
Can I get a quote before committing to anything?
Yes — that's what the calculator is for. Takes about 3 minutes and gives you a specific package recommendation and itemized price with no obligation.
How and when do I pay?
One-time projects are split 50% when you accept the quote and 50% on delivery. The Monthly Retainer is billed monthly in advance. You'll get an emailed invoice you can pay by credit card or bank transfer, due within 14 days — payment is processed by Square, so card details are never entered on this site. Full billing terms →

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