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HR News

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
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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


ACA 6055 & 6056 Reporting for COBRA & HRA Participants

November 6, 2015
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) imposes demanding information reporting…
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Another day... Another Compliance Requirement

November 6, 2015
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) added to the already overwhelming…
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ACA Reporting – Do you need to include individuals on your plan who are covered under COBRA?

October 27, 2015
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires employers to consider…
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#ACA #COBRA
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Take the Pain Out of Restaurant Payroll

September 29, 2015
Restaurant payroll and tip reporting are complex. There are numerous…
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Seasonal Workers and the ACA Shared Responsibility Penalty

September 25, 2015
If your organization employs seasonal workers or part-timers…
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IRS has issued final 2015 forms for 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C and 1095-C

September 22, 2015
IRS has issued final 2015 forms for 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C and…
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Good News for Employers Who Sponsor HRAs!

September 18, 2015
Final ACA Instructions Provide Reporting Relief to HRAs Integrated…
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#ACA #HRA
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ACA Reporting and HRAs

September 18, 2015
September 18, 2015 Yesterday, the IRS released final instructions for…
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Court Dismisses Tribe's Case Seeking Exemption from ACA Penalties

September 3, 2015
The United States District Court for the District of Wyoming…
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Are You Getting the Most out of Your Flexible Spending Account?

August 26, 2015
As a tax-advantaged employee benefits plan, an FSA can save consumers…
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IRS Issues Draft Instructions for Forms 1094-C and 1095-C for 2015

August 10, 2015
August 9, 2015 On August 6, 2015, IRS released draft instructions…
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HRAs are still alive!

July 31, 2015
On September 13, 2013, The Department of Treasury (IRS) and…
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#DOL #HRA #IRS
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Reasons employees file FMLA-related complaints

July 28, 2015
Being terminated for taking job-protected leave was the No. 1…
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Don't Become the Victim of an FMLA Lawsuit

July 27, 2015
FMLA Lawsuits can be a nightmare. We have seen a growing number…
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Proposed DOL Rule May Make Millions More Eligible for Overtime Pay

July 27, 2015
In his 2015 State of the Union Address last January, President…
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Recent Supreme Court Cases That May Affect Your Business

July 27, 2015
As the U.S. Supreme Court adjourns for its summer recess, the…
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Trade Preferences Extension Act of 2015 Increases Penalties for ACA Reporting

July 7, 2015
A reporting entity that fails to comply with the Code § 6055…
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Do you know if your company is subject to the new ACA reporting requirements?

July 2, 2015
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) impacts nearly every business and…
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#ACA #IRS
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Health Coverage: New IRS Guidance on Forms 1094 and 1095

June 25, 2015
The IRS has provided both new and updated Q&A guidance on…
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Supreme Court Rules against Employer in Religious Discrimination Case

June 24, 2015
In a case decided on June 1, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that…
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