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12 Oct

Coronavirus Tax Filing & Payment, Employer, Helpful COVID-19 Links

Can Employers Provide Disaster Relief for COVID-19?

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October 12, 2020

Many employees have suffered financial hardships because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, some employers may consider offering financial assistance as a fringe benefit. A common question that arises regarding such an idea is:...

07 Oct

Coronavirus Healthcare, Employer

Extended Benefit Claims and Appeals Periods During COVID-19

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October 6, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, federal agencies have extended certain claims and appeals periods for employee pension benefits plans subject to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). The relief also applies to...

28 Sep

Employer, Families First Coronavirus Response Act

DOL Revises Rules on Paid Sick and Family Leave Related to COVID-19

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September 28, 2020

In August, a federal trial court invalidated several provisions of the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) temporary regulations that implemented the paid leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). By way...

22 Sep

Coronavirus Healthcare, Employer

COVID-19 Testing, Diagnostics Not Minimum Essential Coverage

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September 22, 2020

In Notice 2020-66, the IRS recently determined that Medicaid coverage limited to COVID-19 testing and diagnostic services isn’t minimum essential coverage under a government-sponsored program. Thus, an individual’s eligibility for this coverage for one...

14 Sep

Coronavirus Tax Filing & Payment, Employer

Employers Should Approach Payroll Tax Deferral Cautiously

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September 14, 2020

As you’re probably aware, President Trump signed an executive memorandum on August 8 creating a payroll tax deferral. The development has brought with it much uncertainty regarding administrative compliance and the long-term impact of...

09 Sep

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Check References, Resumés Carefully When Hiring

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September 8, 2020

Although many employers have had to let go or furlough employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, others are still hiring or soon will be. If your organization needs to fill positions, or may start filling...

02 Sep

Employer, Helpful COVID-19 Links

How Qualified Retirement Plan Rules Affect COVID-19-Related Layoffs and Rehires

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August 31, 2020

Has your organization laid off employees this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but you plan to rehire some of them before the end of 2020? Or maybe you already have? If so, and...

26 Aug

Employer, Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Court Invalidates Some Paid Sick and Family Leave Regs Related to COVID-19

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August 25, 2020

A federal trial court recently invalidated several provisions of the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) temporary regulations implementing the paid leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The decision marks an...

19 Aug

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4 HR Tasks That You May Want to Outsource

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August 19, 2020

For some employers, particularly small businesses, HR practices can evolve slowly and even haphazardly. This creates risk, as all it takes is one major employment dispute or compliance slip-up to trigger a costly lawsuit...

12 Aug

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Will Your Organization’s Health Insurance Still be “Affordable” Next Year?

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August 10, 2020

The IRS recently announced 2021 indexing adjustments for some critical percentages under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This makes now a good time to review whether your organization is an applicable large employer (ALE)...

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