Employee Benefits

Colorado Labor Updates: Sick Leave, Discrimination, Harassment, and Recordkeeping

2023-10-05T13:13:07-04:00July 31st, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Colorado News, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Compliance, Employee Benefits Legislation, Labor News|

The following changes to Colorado employment law apply to employers of all sizes. While our math indicates that these laws take effect August 8, the state legislature’s website says they are effective August 7, 2023. PAID SICK LEAVE USES [...]

REMINDERS: New Form I-9 and Remote Verification Procedure Rolled Out

2023-10-05T13:13:07-04:00July 27th, 2023|2023, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Compliance, Labor News|

UPDATED FORM I-9 A new Form I-9 (Rev. 08/01/23) will be available for employers to use on or after August 1, 2023, and once released can be found on the USCIS website. Employers can also order paper copies if they don’t want [...]

Benefits Administration: What is COBRA?

2023-10-05T13:13:09-04:00July 3rd, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Human Resources|

COBRA is short for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985. It’s a federal law that allows certain employees and covered dependents to elect to continue their same group health coverage, at their own cost, when it would [...]

Spotlight on Fleet Trade Associations: Why They Matter More Than Ever

2023-12-19T15:58:34-05:00July 1st, 2023|2023, Employee Benefits, Fleet Industry, Health Care, Small Business Health Insurance|

In the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive, roads, and fuel sectors, fleet trade associations have become more crucial than ever. Amidst economic fluctuations and regulatory changes, NARFA stands out as a beacon of support and guidance for businesses with [...]

REMINDER: IRS Raises Health Savings Account and High Deductible Health Plan Limits for 2024

2023-10-05T13:13:09-04:00June 28th, 2023|2023, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Legislation, Health Savings Accounts, New Hampshire News|

Employees will be able to save more money in their health savings accounts (HSAs) in 2024, thanks to inflation-driven increases in contribution limits. The IRS announced on May 16 that the annual limit on HSA contributions for self-only coverage [...]

Labor and Legislative Alert: Federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Takes Effect

2023-10-05T13:13:10-04:00June 14th, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Compliance, Employee Benefits Legislation, Human Resources, Labor News, Legislative News|

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a federal law that prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The PWFA was signed into law by the White House on December 29, 2022, and [...]

The Rise of Self-Insured Health Plans in the Trucking Industry

2023-11-27T13:10:43-05:00June 1st, 2023|Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Employee Wellness Programs|

The trucking industry faces unique challenges when it comes to health insurance. With a highly mobile workforce operating in an environment of rising healthcare costs, traditional insurance models can often fall short. Enter self-insured health plans—a solution that's gaining [...]

Here are 3 Ways to Use Your HSA To Get Care During Mental Health Month

2023-12-19T15:59:25-05:00May 15th, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Benefits, Wellness|

Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it's important to seek help if you're struggling. But mental health care can be expensive, which is why it's important to know how to use your health savings account [...]

Compliance Alert: Form I-9 Flexibilities Ending; Check Documents by August 30

2023-12-19T15:59:25-05:00May 15th, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Compliance, Labor News, Legislative News|

As we let you know last October, the end date for the COVID-related I-9 verification flexibility was (and still is) scheduled for July 31, 2023. Given the number of times this deadline had been extended, it seemed possible, though [...]

May is Mental Health Month: EAPs Are A Great Resource

2023-12-19T15:59:26-05:00May 15th, 2023|2023, Benefits Administration, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Benefits, Wellness|

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are confidential, short-term counseling and referral services offered by employers to their employees and their families. EAPs can provide assistance with a variety of personal and work-related issues, including: Stress Anxiety Depression Substance abuse Family [...]