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Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
EEOC Webinar: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) took effect on June 27, 2023. This new law requires covered employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to a worker’s known limitations related…
Overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), which was signed into law on Dec. 29, 2022, became effective on June 27, 2023. Under this law, employers with at least 15 employees…
Pay Transparency Checklist
Pay Transparency Checklist It’s becoming increasingly clear that providing pay transparency is not a temporary trend; therefore, employers may be considering implementing policies into their operations. This checklist outlines the steps for establishing pay transparency…
Secure Act 2.0 – What Should Employers Know?
Secure Act 2.0 – What Should Employers Know? Question: What should we know about the new “Secure Act 2.0” and how will it impact our retirement plan? Answer: On Dec. 29, 2022, President Biden signed the Consolidated…
ACA Pay or Play Penalties Will Increase for 2024
ACA Pay or Play Penalties Will Increase for 2024 On March 9, 2023, the IRS released updated penalty amounts for 2024 related to the employer shared responsibility (pay or play) rules under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)….
Employer Takeaways From the FTC’s Proposed Ban on Noncompete Agreements
Employer Takeaways From the FTC’s Proposed Ban on Noncompete Agreements The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently published a proposed rule that would ban noncompete clauses in employment agreements. According to the agency, if the proposed rule becomes…
White House Announces End of COVID-19 Emergency Periods
White House Announces End of COVID-19 Emergency Periods On Jan. 30, 2023, the Biden administration released a statement announcing that it plans to end the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) and national emergency on May…
DOL Issues Guidance on Telework and FMLA Eligibility
DOL Issues Guidance on Telework and FMLA Eligibility The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has published a Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) that includes guidance on how to apply eligibility rules under the Family and Medical…
Understanding the Difference Between RSV, Flu and COVID-19
Understanding the Difference Between RSV, Flu and COVID-19 Health experts warn of a “tripledemic” surge this winter as Americans face the threat of severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza (flu) and COVID-19. In the last…
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Health Plan
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Health Plan Health insurance may be one of the most critical annual purchases since it impacts your physical, mental and financial wellness. Unfortunately, selecting a health insurance…