October 20, 2020
On October 13th the Small Business Administration (SBA) published a new set of answers to FAQs about the forgiveness of loans issued under the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Employers that received loans through the PPP should review these updated […]
October 13, 2020
The Kaiser Family Foundation conducts an annual survey to examine employer-sponsored health benefit trends. To read about the highlights from the 2020 survey, and for a link to access a full copy of the survey, read the Benefits Insights brought […]
October 8, 2020
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published two additional answers to its list of COVID-19 frequently asked questions (FAQs). The new answers clarify when employers must report COVID-19 in-patient hospitalizations and fatalities. Reporting Hospitalizations: OSHA requires employers to […]
October 6, 2020
On Oct. 2, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued extensions surrounding individual forms required under Section 6055 and 6056. The individual forms due to individuals were extended to March 2, 2021, and the filing with the IRS is due […]
September 29, 2020
In September, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued additional answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about how employers should comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while observing all applicable emergency workplace safety guidelines during the coronavirus (COVID-19) […]
September 16, 2020
With schools reopening and Fall semesters starting, the US Department of Labor released additional Frequently Asked Questios (FAQs) about employee eligibility for leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) addressing different school reopening situations. Read Full Compliance Bulletin […]
September 3, 2020
A crisis may be an event your business could have avoided if the proper protocols were in place (e.g. a social media crisis, or organizational errors and omission) or a situation that’s completely our of your control (e.g. natural disasters […]
September 2, 2020
Although it’s too early to analyze the statistics, numbers, facts on just how this pandemic is affecting employment liability claims, there are definitely concerns as to just how this will affect the claims and the current employment trends that could […]
August 4, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of masks and face coverings in public, and CDC director Robert Redfield expanded on the topic during a discussion hosted by medical journal JAMA. Read News Brief to read […]
August 3, 2020
With open enrollment around the corner, health plan sponsors should be aware of the legal changes affecting the design and administration of their plans for January 1, 2021. To get your open enrollment checklist for 2021, read the bulletin HERE. […]
August 3, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to change daily life. The outbreak is impacting all of us across borders and industries, and will for some time. During this unprecedented global health crisis we will continue sharing articles and resources to help navigate […]
July 31, 2020
Why are face coverings required? Cloth face coverings (or face masks) are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), and healthcare professionals as an easy way to help prevent respiratory droplets from […]
