The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which was signed into law on March 18, 2020, expanded paid leave for all government employers and private-sector employers with fewer than 500 workers. The… Read more >
March 26, 2020 Compliance, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Paid Leave Read more >
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 the Department of… Read more >
March 25, 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Paid Leave Read more >
COBRA allows individuals to temporarily continue their employer-sponsored health care coverage when certain qualifying events occur that would otherwise end the coverage. So who qualifies for COBRA and when? What… Read more >
February 25, 2020 Employee Benefits, Health Care Read more >
If you’re new to investing, there are lots of terms and concepts to understand. While it may seem intimidating, gaining an understanding of these six basic concepts can build your… Read more >
January 13, 2020 401(k) Plans, Defined Benefit (DB) Plans, Defined Contribution (DC) Plans, Employee Benefits, Investments, Pensions Read more >
Happy January. The gym is jammed. Self-improvement goals are abundant. #Mindfulness is trending on Twitter. People are motivated to make improvements in their lives. It’s a perfect time to try… Read more >
As we wrap up the year, we’re taking a look back at our Word on Benefits top posts of 2019. A lot has happened in the employee benefits industry this… Read more >
A new International Foundation report Workplace Wellness Trends finds that musculoskeletal conditions, such as arthritis and back or neck pain, are the most costly condition for employers in the United… Read more >
November 11-17, 2019 marks the fifth annual National Apprenticeship Week, established by the U.S. Department of Labor to celebrate and unite business leaders, labor, educational institutions and Americans interested in… Read more >
November 15, 2019 Apprenticeship Programs, Employee Benefits Read more >
It’s been a while since I earned my Certified Employee Benefit Specialist® (CEBS®) designation, so when it comes to staying CEBS Compliant, I’m all in. I want others to know… Read more >
November 7, 2019 CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist), Employee Benefits Read more >
Choosing to self-fund a health plan is a major decision. If a plan sponsor decides to self-fund they are responsible for paying all medical claims for anyone on their plan… Read more >
September 12, 2019 Employee Benefits, Health Care, Insurance Read more >
