Episode 109 | Multi-Location Madness

Multi-location growth sounds like a flex - until payroll, policies, and penalties enter the chat.

In this episode of Compliant AF, Amy Wood and Kara Kelley are joined by Alan Twigg of Bent Ericksen & Associates to unpack the real-world compliance landmines that show up when dental practices expand into multiple locations, multiple states, or simply start hiring remote employees. We're breaking down the biggest compliance blind spots emerging groups run into...

- assuming separate tax IDs means separate payroll

- trying to force one handbook across multiple states

- mishandling overtime when employees float between locations

- treating remote work like an automatic 1099 situation (it’s not)

...and more! Learn why HR + compliance experts needs to be involved early - before contracts are signed, systems change, and “we’ve always done it this way” turns into an expensive problem.

Featured Expert Alan Twigg is a Co-Owner at Bent Ericksen & Associates. For over 10 years, Alan has guided thousands of clients and consultants through the ever-changing world of HR and Employment Compliance. He is a speaker, consultant, and author. Alan is passionate about bringing education and peace-of-mind to such a confusing topic. As a strong proponent of symbiotic employer-employee relations, Alan is passionate about teamwork and positive work cultures, with an emphasis on long-term personnel retention and employment compliance, where his solutions-oriented outlook excels. Meet the Hosts

Kara D. Kelley, SHRM-SCP, SPHR As a Fractional HR Business Partner to dental leaders and healthcare executives and CEO of Clinical HR, Kara specializes in HR compliance, workforce strategy, leadership development, and helping practices build systems that are both compliant and sustainable. She is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and coach.

Amy Wood Founder of Copper Penny Consulting, Amy is a nationally respected HIPAA, cybersecurity, OSHA, and compliance expert serving dental and healthcare practices. Known for her no-nonsense approach to vendor risk, technology, and real-world compliance, Amy helps practices reduce risk without overcomplicating operations.

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Disclaimer

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or medical advice. Listening to this episode does not create a client relationship with the hosts or their companies. Laws and regulations vary by state and situation; practices should consult with qualified legal, financial, HR, compliance, and cybersecurity professionals regarding their specific circumstances.