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 Leave Act (FMLA) when employees telework or work away from an employer’s facility. FABs provide guidance to DOL Wage and […]
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 couple of years, both the flu and COVID-19 have been prominent in the United States, but with the addition of […]
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 plan can feel overwhelming. With so many options, it can also be easy to make a mistake when selecting coverage. […]
Health FSA Limit Will Increase for 2023
Highlights The health FSA dollar limit on employee salary reduction contributions will increase to $3,050 for plan years beginning in 2023. On Oct. 18, 2022, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2022-38 (Rev. Proc. 22-38), which includes the inflation-adjusted limit for 2023 on employee salary reduction contributions to health flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The Affordable Care Act (ACA) […]
IRS Announces 2023 Retirement Plan Limits
IRS Announces 2023 Retirement Plan Limits Important Dates: The amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2023 has increased to $22,500. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released Notice 2022-55, containing cost-of-living adjustments for 2023 that affect amounts employees can contribute to 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts (IRAs). 2023 Increases The employee contribution […]
Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefit Limits to Increase in 2023
Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefit Limits to Increase in 2023 Highlights: The 2023 monthly limit for transportation in a commuter highway vehicle and transit pass (combined) is $300. The 2023 monthly limit for qualified parking is $300. These amounts represent a $20 increase from the 2022 limits. The IRS has released Revenue Procedure 2022-38, which includes cost-of-living […]
Five Strategies for Reducing Workers’ Compensation Costs
Five Strategies for Reducing Workers’ Compensation Costs When a company experiences significant increases in workers’ compensation costs, it usually triggers internal activities aimed at reducing insurance costs and spending. The key to spending fewer dollars is more than just stopping a few accidents; it is having a sound safety program designed to continuously improve. This […]
Understanding the “Quiet Quitting” Trend
Understanding the “Quiet Quitting” Trend “Quiet quitting” is an emerging trend where workers only do what their job description entails without going above and beyond. Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employees shifted their views on their work lives, and this has been reflected in movements such as the Great Reshuffle—a mass movement […]
Employee’s Guide to Health Plans
Employee’s Guide to Health Plans Chart describing the differences between FFS, HMO, PPO, POS and HDHPs.
5 Tips for Supporting the Mental Health of Remote and Hybrid Employees
5 Tips for Supporting the Mental Health of Remote and Hybrid Employees As more employees work remotely or adapt to a hybrid schedule, workers face a new set of stressful challenges. Managers can play a crucial role in helping employees manage their stress levels but must also be able to gauge the pulse of their […]
