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New Form I-9 Policy by DHS Due to COVID-19

May 14, 2020
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a temporary…
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The Premium Only Plan: Cutting Costs Made Easy

May 14, 2020
A Premium Only Plan (POP) is a great way for employers to reduce…
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Cafeteria Plan and FSA Relief: IRS Update

May 14, 2020
The IRS released Notice 2020-29 and Notice 2020-33 on May 12,…
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Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS

April 23, 2020
On April 9, 2020, the IRS announced filing deadline extensions…
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COBRA Continuation During the Health Crisis: FAQ by BASIC

April 16, 2020
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic that continues to impact…
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Webinar: ERISA Compliance Requirements for Small and Large Employers

April 15, 2020
DATE: Thu, May 21, 2020 TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 3:30 pm ET Register…
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Webinar: FMLA Administration – Learn How to Reduce Your Risks

April 15, 2020
DATE: Tue, May 12, 2020 TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 2:30 pm ET Register…
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CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines

April 10, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…
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DOL Publishes 4th Round of FFCRA Guidance and FAQs

April 6, 2020
The DOL has released rules related to administration of leaves…
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Webinar: Understanding COBRA Regulations 4/28/20

April 2, 2020
1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Understanding COBRA Regulations - Including…
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Webinar: Full-Service Payroll & Timekeeping Demonstration 5/7/20

April 2, 2020
Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive…
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CARES Act Benefit Updates: Over-the-Counter-Drug Eligibility

March 31, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…
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DOL Publishes Third Round of Updates to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

March 30, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Since the enactment…
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COBRA Insurance Coverage During the Health Crisis

March 25, 2020
COBRA Insurance (COBRA Continuation Coverage) As the coronavirus…
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COVID-19: April 1 Effective Date for FFCRA Leaves

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March 25, 2020
On Tuesday, March 24, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced…
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The Impact of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

March 19, 2020
On March 18, 2020, the Senate voted to approve, and President…
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COVID-19 – Our Commitment to Employees, Broker Partners and Clients

March 19, 2020
At the BASIC family of companies, the health, safety, and wellbeing…
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IRS Allows a HDHP to Cover COVID-19 Testing and Treatment

March 19, 2020
On March 11, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced…
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Are Coronavirus Expenses Eligible for FSA Reimbursement?

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March 19, 2020
The answer: it depends. As the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak…
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Emergency Family and Medical Leave Act

March 17, 2020
On March 16, 2020, the House of Representatives introduced revisions…
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