Human resource professionals have a tough job. There are numerous topics you must commit to understanding. Whether its talent management, time and
Breaking: Department of Labor Finalizes New Overtime Threshold
In a surprise early today, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced it will publish a final overtime rule. This rule will set the minimum salary
New Nebraska Law Protects Employees Talking About Pay
Beginning this September, Nebraska employers are now subject to a new employment law, Legislative Bill 217. This bill prohibits Nebraska employers
5 Compliance Tips to Help Protect Your Organization
Every year employers face the possibility of hundreds to even millions of dollars’ worth of employment penalties. And the stress of avoiding these
Form 5500 Compliance Information and Updates
Form 5500 Form 5500 annual return or report filing is due on the last day of the seventh month after the plan year ends. The form also has
What Your Firm Needs to Know About Your PCORI Fee
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Paying for COBRA Insurance and How to Avoid Penalties [Part 4]
In parts one, two, and three of our COBRA articles, we’ve broken down what COBRA is, who’s eligible for it, what notices are necessary, how to elect
COBRA Benefits And Duration Of Continuation Coverage [Part 3]
Our deep dive into the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) continues today. In Part 1, we detailed who’s covered by COBRA and.
What You Need to Know About COBRA Notice Procedures [Part 2]
In Part 1, we defined COBRA and told you who’s eligible for it, and how they become eligible. Now, in Part 2, we’re doing a deep dive into the various
Here’s What You Need to Know About COBRA Continuation Coverage [Part 1]
If you know even a little about the employee benefits industry, you’ve most likely heard COBRA mentioned. You also probably know it’s a law pertaining