Hours after his inauguration, President Trump signed an Executive Order on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that appears to be the Administration’s first step toward dismantling it. The Order instructs departments and employees of the Executive Branch – when possible –...
When employees become disabled and unable to work, their jobs might be protected, but they’re often left with no replacement income. To help individuals in this situation, five states provide, or require that employers provide, short-term disability insurance to...
There are several Affordable Care Act changes for 2016 for large employers (100+ full time equivalent employees) and mid-sized employers (50-99 full time equivalent employees). Here are the major ones to be aware of: Employer Mandate Reporting Begins (Section 6056...
If you decide to offer a telecommuting program to your employees, we recommend you create a policy and follow it consistently. Additionally, any employee who telecommutes should sign an agreement stating that they have read and understood the policy and acknowledge...
Yesterday one of your employees went outside for a paid break and was stung by a bee. He’s allergic and had to go the ER. Are you responsible for workers’ compensation for bee stings? Possibly. Whether or not this work injury qualifies for workers’ compensation...