Resources

OFCCP Issues a New Directive on EEO Laws for Federal Contractors

On April 6, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced new guidance provided by its Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), which enforces…

How Will Inflation Impact Your Talent Strategy?

The job market has grown more competitive, and companies are raising wages to attract and retain their talent. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that…

Remaining Commuter Benefits Cannot Be Transferred to Health FSA

Important Generally, unused compensation reduction amounts under an employer’s qualified transportation plan may be carried over to subsequent years for future commuting expenses. Cash reimbursements…

House Passes Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022 on March 29, 2022, with a bipartisan vote of 414-5. The…

IRS Suspends Notices to Delinquent Filers of Some Returns

The IRS announced on March 22, 2022, it will temporarily stop sending written notices to certain entities that fall behind on filing obligations related to…

DOJ Releases Guidance on Opioid Addiction and the ADA

Highlights Addiction Under the ADA : The ADA generally protects individuals with OUD and other drug addictions from discrimination as long as they are not…

IRS Proposes Amendment to Family Coverage Affordability Rules

Highlights This proposed rule addresses eligibility for the premium tax credit, which is available for Exchange health coverage. The rule would provide that the affordability…

OSHA Proposes to Revise Electronic Reporting Requirements

Important Dates March 30, 2022: Expected publication date for proposed rule. May 31, 2022: Expected deadline for submitting comments on the proposed rule. OSHA proposed a rule…

I Fell for an Email Scam – Is There Insurance to Recover My Money?

Cybercriminals are smart and have turned stealing money from innocent people into an art form. The more we use technology to simplify our lives, the…

Can I Be Sued for Making a Comment on Social Media?

The way we connect, collaborate, and communicate today is vastly different from a mere decade ago. Once a platform for college students, social media is…

Uninsured Drivers – How Protected Are You?

There is no nationwide rule or law in place regarding auto liability insurance requirements. Each state has individual rules, regulations and “state minimum limits of…

Why Your Insurance Carrier Denied the Extra Rebuild Expense Due to a Building Code?

When your home sustains significant damages due to a fire or even a weather event, some city/town ordinances or zoning laws may require you to…

When Does Homeowners’ Insurance Cover a Flooded Basement?

A flooded basement is one of the most ambiguous insurance situations a homeowner can find themselves in. Some situations are covered by home insurance, while…

The Facts of Life: The Case for Permanent Life Insurance

By: Paul V. Shaheen, RHU, REBC / Vice President Let’s face it, we’re all getting older, and according to AARP, nearly 10,000 of us are turning…

Roll Up Due Diligence: 5 Biggest Considerations in Property & Casualty Insurance

By: Tony Hopkins, CPCU, CIC, CRM; Senior Vice President, Business Insurance key concepts Two Emerging Trends – Cyber and Transactional Insurance Three Tried & True…

Driving Down Injuries, Risk, and Cost

The partnership between a client and a safety consulting firm can build the foundation for building, and maintaining, a strong culture of safety. Much…

OSHA Launches National Emphasis Program for Heat Hazards

OSHA launched its National Emphasis Program (NEP) for protecting workers from heat hazards in indoor and outdoor workplaces on April 12, 2022. Through the program,…

Collaboration Between Physicians and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

Physicians are often contractually required to work with advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) as part of their employment responsibilities. Some physicians are asked to be…

Cybersecurity Controls Prevent Access to Go-Forward Cyber Liability Insurance for Targets

By: Mike Richmond, Vice President – Business Insurance, The Horton Group; and Sagar Patil, Manager – Cybersecurity & Transaction Advisory Services, RSM US LLP KEY…

What is Personal Liability Insurance?

Whether you are an individual or a business owner, understanding the importance and specifics of Personal Liability Insurance can be a powerful tool to safeguard…

Can Quality Control Result in Lower Insurance Premiums?

We incorporate several buzz words in our daily vocabulary – many of which are found in this article by John Ferguson at TrustRadius. While the…

Driving Down Risk Through Your Most Valuable Resource

It’s a tragedy when people are injured on the job. It is an even greater tragedy when people are injured in the process of helping…

Acquiring a Company with a PEO? Top Considerations for Your M&A Plan

By: Liz Letke, Vice President; and Alec Wohlever, Vice President Partnering with a Professional Employment Organization (PEO) can be an effective way for smaller employers…

Your Talent Strategy Should Contain These Top 3 Elements

Authored by Natalie Terchek It’s no secret that we are in the middle of the “Great Resignation.” Many baby boomers are retiring, and there are…