As the coronavirus spread ramps up and more people are being asked to self-isolate, many employers are scrambling to put systems in place to allow their employees to telecommute. Many companies are not set up for telecommuting arrangements, and they have...
The coronavirus crisis has made virtual health care mainstream, which we do not expect to change once the crisis subsides. Early and regular access to physical therapy for many ailments (back, joint, etc.) has been clinically proven to help patients achieve better...
The IRS has issued new emergency guidance that allows insurers to waive the cost of coronavirus testing and treatment for individuals who are enrolled in high-deductible health plans (HDHPs). Major health insurers report they've been concerned that if they can make...
The $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act stimulus law to help American workers and businesses weather the outbreak has a number of provisions that employers and their workers need to know about and can take advantage of during this...
Here are the latest items that we've come across that we believe will be of value to you. Paycheck Protection Program (PPP): We have spoken with many businesses who are looking to leverage the PPP that was part of the CARES Act, and as a reminder this is targeted...
Legislation signed into law by President Trump will extend sick leave benefits for workers who are sickened by the coronavirus, as well as provide for additional weeks of time off under the Family Medical Leave Act so they can be guaranteed of being able to return to...
Our client Jim Eickhoff, the CEO of Creative Dining was recently featured in an article in Chief Executive Magazine discussing the benefits of implementing a total control health plan. Check out the story.
I have a number of updates for you related to two webinars Miller Johnson hosted today, the first being an update on the second stimulus bill passed (the FFCRA). Before I dive into specifics, I'd like to share a little of my opinion on the status...
Here are a few updates for you today: Are employees impacted by the shelter in place order eligible for the expansion of FMLA and/or sick leave? Miller Johnson covered this item during their webinar last week, but have since gone into more detail on...
In comparison to all of the action over the last week and a half, the last 24 hours hav been more quiet but I do have a few updates for you today. The stimulus bill is currently being debated in the House and there is hope that it will be passed today by...