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Explore the BASIC blog to read about important HR news and other Human Resources topics including regulatory updates, employee benefits discussion, employer tips, and so much more.


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COVID-19
All/American Rescue Plan/Employee Benefits/FFCRA & FMLA/Legislative Updates
how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

difference between hra and fsa
August 23, 2021/by Simon Carlson

What’s the Difference Between HRA and FSA?

paid leave credit
August 10, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Paid Leave Credit for Providing Leave Related to COVID-19 Vaccine – IRS Update for Employers

June 11, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Webinar – 1.0 HRCI & SHRM: COBRA Compliance and ARPA Regulations

irs guidance on cobra
June 8, 2021/by Simon Carlson

New IRS Guidance on COBRA Premium Subsidy

May 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Treasury Releases Much Anticipated COBRA Direction

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

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burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

custom employee benefits
April 22, 2022/by Simon Carlson

What Benefits Do Employees Actually Want? Custom Employee Benefits Can Help

employee fringe benefits
November 18, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Employee Fringe Benefits Could Set You Apart in the Hiring Landscape

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

fmla requirements
April 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FMLA Requirements Under the ARPA of 2021

ffcra benefits
December 28, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: FFCRA Update

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
October 14, 2020/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

April 30, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Proposed Federal Paid Leave – American Families Plan

President Biden's American Family Plan would offer 12 weeks of…
flex plan
March 31, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FSA Plan Provisions & Clarifications in January Stimulus Bill

cfra
December 21, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: Changes to CFRA Effective 1/1/21

form 5500 filing deadline
April 23, 2020/by Simon Carlson

Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS

cares act faq
April 10, 2020/by Simon Carlson

CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines


BASIC's ACA Reporting & Filing Service Promo

October 6, 2016
BASIC's ACA Elevate is a stand-alone solution that generates…
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A Review of The Child Bereavement Leave Act - Illinois

September 1, 2016
Anyone who has ever had to take time for bereavement will tell…
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DOL Announces Increased Civil Penalties for Violations of Federal Laws

August 26, 2016
The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued interim final rules…
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Employer Proved COBRA Notice WAS Mailed to Employee

August 26, 2016
In a recent case, a federal district court ruled that an employer…
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Where FMLA and Overtime Intersect: Lucas Hernandez vs. Bridgestone

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August 1, 2016
As a valued client, we like to keep you in the loop with pertinent…
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BASIC Expands Their Technology Division with Latest Acquisition

July 25, 2016
Portage, MI. (July 13, 2016) - BASIC (Benefit Administrative…
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Why YOU Should be Concerned with Absenteeism

July 25, 2016
Absenteeism is one of the most common problems employers battle…
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Why NAHU is Fighting to Save the Employer Exclusion

June 27, 2016
Under construction in the US Congress, spearheaded by Speaker…
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Meet Your Employee Review Goals with 360 Degree Feedback

June 27, 2016
The 360-degree feedback mechanism (also called "multi-rater")…
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New Overtime Rules Issued: What it Means for You

June 27, 2016
A change in the rules governing overtime has been…
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DOL Issues New Employer's Guide To FMLA & New General Notice

June 1, 2016
On 04/28/2016, Helen Applewhaite, the FMLA Branch Chief of the…
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The Current State of Minimum Wage Laws, Plus the Overtime Debate

June 1, 2016
The $7.25 per hour federal minimum wage has been in place since…
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HSA Limits Announced for 2017

May 4, 2016
Inflation adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Health…
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BASIC's ACA Reporting Service Now Accepting New Clients

April 27, 2016
BASIC's ACA Elevate is a stand-alone solution that generates…
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BASIC Awarded Innovator Award

April 18, 2016
Award-winning Evolution1 – a WEX Company – a leading provider…
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Watch out employers! The DOL is cracking down on FMLA violations

April 1, 2016
Watch out employers! The Department of Labor is cracking down…
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COBRA Still Flourishes as a Choice for Continuation Health Insurance

April 1, 2016
Some people seem to believe that the Affordable Care Act (ACA)…
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2015 FMLA Court Cases

March 1, 2016
The American Bar Association releases its midwinter report of…
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Geico Acted in Good Faith but Still Must Pay Overtime

February 29, 2016
In an amusing series of advertisements for insurer Geico, the…
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What Health Coverage Forms Must Large Employers Complete and When?

February 29, 2016
Question: Our business has determined that we're an applicable…
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