Massachusetts Compliance Guide: What Every Business Should Know

Doing Business in Massachusetts? Here’s What You Need to Know to Stay Compliant

Running a business means juggling many responsibilities. To keep you two steps ahead, use our guide to ensure your company stays compliant with all Massachusetts regulations so you can focus on growing your team and exceeding your business goals.

Retirement Requirements for Massachusetts Non-Profits

In Massachusetts, non-profit organizations with 20 or fewer employees must provide access to a retirement benefits plan. Beyond offers resources to help you stay compliant and support your team’s future.

Workers' Compensation Coverage

Massachusetts law requires nearly all businesses with at least one employee to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This protects both your team and your business from unexpected costs due to workplace injuries.

For full details, check out Beyond’s comprehensive guide to workers’ compensation in Massachusetts, or visit our trusted partner E-comp to get a personalized quote.

Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)

Eligible employees in Massachusetts are entitled to paid family and medical leave for events like recovering from a serious illness, bonding with a new child, caring for a sick loved one, or managing responsibilities during a family member’s active military duty.

Sexual Harassment Training

While not legally mandated in Massachusetts, offering harassment prevention training is a smart move. It helps create a safer, more respectful workplace.

State Employer Registration

Hiring in Massachusetts? You’ll need to register for unemployment insurance and state tax withholding.