On January 21, 2020, the Supreme Court denied the House of Representatives’ request to expedite a verdict challenging the unconstitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (Texas vs. Azar). This ruling … Continued
Employee Handbooks are essential for employers in today’s litigious environment and are a valuable tool to protect an employer from future liability. This webinar will discuss trending policies that can … Continued
As noted in a prior article, “Cadillac, Other Key ACA Taxes Repealed,” on December 20, 2019, President Trump signed legislation into law to fund the government through September 2020 and … Continued
On January 17, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the final rule to increase the civil penalties for violations of all laws enforced by HHS, including … Continued
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a useful tool in helping workers make better decisions, but plan sponsors should be aware of its limitations and risks. Read the full article from … Continued
In addition to the Department of Labor (DOL) providing their opinion on whether compensation on a per-project basis satisfies the salary requirements for the minimum wage and overtime rules exemption … Continued
Consider the following: Unemployment in the United States is at an 18-year low while the employee turnover rate has reached 60%. 75% of millennials think job-hopping is good for their careers. These days, customers are not … Continued
Legislative initiatives and a generational shift are changing the dynamics of the American workplace. Cowden Associates’ Elliot Dinkin urges employers to be aware of these developments and the inherent risks. … Continued
On January 12, 2020, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced new guidance under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to determine whether two or more organizations should be considered “joint … Continued
On January 7, 2020, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued an opinion letter, FLSA 2020-2, which addresses questions pertaining to the compensation of per-project payments under the Fair Labor Standards … Continued