Free HR Tools for Startups

StartupHRTools.com provides 15 free interactive HR tools for startups hiring their first 1-100 employees. All tools run in your browser with no signup required.

Our Free Tools

Startup HR Risk Check - Identify compliance and HR risks based on your current setup.
Employee Cost Calculator - Calculate the fully loaded cost of an employee above their base salary.
True Cost of Hiring Calculator - Estimate internal and external costs of filling open roles.
W-2 vs 1099 Contractor Risk Checker - Check misclassification risk when hiring independent contractors.
Offer Letter Generator - Generate a clean, professional employment offer letter.
Job Description Generator - Create standard job descriptions quickly and easily.
New Hire Onboarding Checklist - Generate a structured onboarding plan for new employees.
Startup HR Compliance Checklist - Check your federal and state compliance requirements.
Exempt vs Non-Exempt Checker - Determine if a role should be eligible for overtime pay.
PTO Policy Builder - Draft a clear paid time off policy for your team.
Benefits Cost Calculator - Estimate the monthly and annual cost of offering employee benefits.
Recruiting Cost Calculator - Calculate expected agency fees, job board costs, and internal time.
Salary Range Builder - Create a formal compensation band around your target salary.
Termination Risk Checklist - Evaluate legal and operational risks before letting someone go.
PEO vs Payroll vs HRIS Decision Tool - Decide which HR technology model fits your startup's stage.

All tools are free, work in your browser, and require no signup. Built by HR professionals for founders and small teams. By TalentForge360 LLC.

Montana HR Compliance for Startups

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Quick answer: What startups need to know about Montana employment law. Final pay, minimum wage, workers comp, and more for Montana employers.

Good Cause Requirement

Montana is the only state in the US that does not follow at-will employment. After a probationary period (typically 6 months but can be up to 12 months by agreement), employers must have good cause to terminate employees. Good cause includes failure to perform, disruption of operations, or legitimate business reasons.

Final Pay

Montana requires final pay for involuntary terminations immediately. For voluntary resignations, final pay is due by the next regular payday or within 15 days, whichever is sooner.

Minimum Wage

Montana's minimum wage is higher than the federal rate and increases annually based on inflation. Check the Montana Department of Labor for current rates.

Workers Compensation

Montana requires all employers with 1 or more employees to carry workers compensation. This is mandatory even for the first employee. Montana has a state fund for workers comp coverage.

Wrongful Discharge

Montana's Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act provides remedies for employees terminated without good cause after the probationary period. Remedies include lost wages and benefits for up to 4 years.