COVID-19: Navigating the Complexities Around
Tipped Employee Wages and PPP Loan Impact
The impact of COVID-19 on certain businesses, along with the advent of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), adds a complicated dynamic for employers with respect to tipped employee compensation. As businesses reopen and employers rehire their employees, it is understandable that confusion exists. Although there is no "perfect practice," employers must be mindful of both their PPP loan forgiveness objectives and the applicable employment laws as they continue to implement varying practices.
There are many considerations when determining how best to structure the compensation of tipped employees during the PPP loan period. For additional guidance, and to view our analysis of several practices as it relates to tipped employee compensation, visit us online.