Employment Law Compliance & HR Risk: Fix the Gaps Before the Letter Arrives

Practical compliance that protects your business, without turning HR into a legal maze

Compliance scares companies for a reason: fines, back pay, and audits can quickly derail a growing company.

PB&J makes compliance straightforward and manageable for teams of 10–200 employees.

We focus on the minimum viable compliance stack that matters at your stage: a defensible employee handbook, correct classification, basic policies and documentation, and an HR audit that surfaces real risk. Then we fix the highest-impact items first.

Our goal: reduce risk, restore leadership confidence, and leave you with simple systems you can maintain.

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Why employment law compliance matters

  • The “IRS letter” and other audits are rarely random; they surface when documentation and processes are weak
  • Unclear classification, inconsistent payroll practices, and missing policies create real financial exposure
  • Leadership is stretched thin, so compliance often falls to people without the time or specialist knowledge. PB&J delivers focused expertise so you’re not learning from a crisis
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Who this service is for

  • Leadership that wants to stay in control without regulatory surprises
  • Companies that need a practical compliance playbook and templates
  • Growing teams that want defensible documentation and a proactive risk strategy
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What PB&J covers

  • Employment law compliance review (audit of policies, practices, and records)
  • Employee handbook creation and updates (clear, defensible language)
  • Classification and wage-hour review (exempt vs. non-exempt, contractor vs. employee)
  • Required posters, I-9 compliance,and recordkeeping best practices
  • Basic HR audit servicesand a prioritized remediation plan

How we work

Rapid Compliance Risk Audit (2–3 weeks)

We surface the biggest gaps quickly: handbook gaps, misclassification risks, and missing documentation. You get a concise risk summary with prioritized next steps.

Fix the Fire Hazards (3-6 weeks)

We address the highest-impact issues first, such as classification fixes, handbook updates, and documented policies, so immediate exposure is reduced quickly.

Build the Maintenance System (ongoing or handed off)

We convert fixes into durable systems: simple compliance checklists, clear ownership of recurring tasks, and hand-off documentation so your team can maintain compliance without constant outside help. If you prefer ongoing oversight, we offer a monthly retainer to keep things up to date.

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Deliverable examples

  • A one-page compliance roadmap highlighting risk level and remediation plan
  • A one-page compliance roadmap highlighting risk level and remediation plan
  • Classification memos
  • Training notes and manager one-pagers for consistent execution

Common compliance gaps we fix

  • Outdated or missing employee handbook language
  • Misclassified contractors
  • Poor recordkeeping
  • Confusing PTO and leave policies
  • Multi-state errors and misunderstandings
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Why PB&J’s approach works

Practical, Not Legalistic:

We prioritize fixes that materially reduce exposure

You Stay in Control:

You get clear handoffs and ownership of the systems we build

Flat-Fee, Scoped Engagements:

No hidden costs or endless billing

Business-First Mindset:

We translate legal risk into clear business decisions

What PB&J is not

  • We’re not a replacement for outside counsel on complex litigation or lawsuits.
  • We don’t bury you in red tape; our goal is peace of mind and a simple, maintainable compliance routine.

When you should act

  • You don’t have a modern, maintained employee handbook
  • You’ve used contractors for critical roles, but haven’t reviewed classification with them
  • You’re expanding into new states
  • You’re spending time on HR compliance questions and want it off your plate

Client story

A 45-person company faced wage-classification questions after hiring several contractors. PB&J ran an audit, developed a remediation plan, and updated the handbook. The immediate exposure was quantified and reduced, and leadership regained focus on growth instead of compliance concerns.

Pricing & engagement options

Compliance Audit (fixed fee):

Rapid diagnostic and prioritized remediation plan

Remediation Sprint (fixed fee):

Address the top 3–5 risks uncovered in the audit

Ongoing Compliance Retainer (monthly):

Quarterly audits and policy updates

All engagements include a clear hand-off and documentation, so your systems live with you

When to call us

Don’t wait for a notice to act. Schedule a compliance check before the letter arrives.

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