Paragon Payroll & HR

03/19/2026

It may be hard to believe, but now is a good time to begin planning for the 2026 tax season. Several provisions enacted in 2025 will take effect in 2026, and early awareness could help you avoid surprises. Click through to learn which changes may affect your filing and what steps to consider ahead o...

09/22/2025

09/10/2025

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08/27/2025

Beginning September 26, 2025, Oregon employers of all sizes won’t be able to ask or require applicants to provide their age, date of birth, or school attendance or graduation dates prior to completing an initial job interview. If there’s no interview, the employer can’t ask prior to a conditio...

07/16/2025

ICYMI: Oregon Minimum Wage increased on July 1st, 2025.

The minimum wage is $15.45 per hour in the Portland metro area, $14.20 per hour in standard counties, and $13.20 per hour in non-urban areas.

06/24/2025

Oregon has added another detailed payroll documentation requirement for employers. Oregon law has long required employers to provide employees with detailed written wage statements, including pay rates, pay basis (e.g., hourly, salary, piece, or commission), gross and net wages, itemized deductions,...

05/28/2025

Every year, the IRS adjusts the limits for Health Savings Accounts. Whether you're an individual or a company sponsoring one, these changes can make a difference in your 2026 financial planning. Click through for the specific changes—which this year are relatively minor.

05/06/2025

Employers must verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired to work in the United States. Click through to understand the key requirements.