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...
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New Law Requires COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave, FMLA Benefits
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...
Chief Executive Magazine features TCHP Success with Creative Dining
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.
Coronavirus update – 3-31-20
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...
Coronavirus Update – 3-30-20
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...
Coronavirus Update 3-27-20
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...
Update on CARE Act – 3-26-20
As you may have seen the Senate voted on the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARE Act) last night. You can find all of the legislation here, and based upon my initial review I've outlined some key areas that you may find useful. As anticipated,...
FFCRA and Unemployment Updates 3-25-20
We have a number of updates for you this morning: 3rd Stimulus BillAs you may have seen an agreement was reached in the Senate on the 3rd stimulus bill and passage is anticipated today. We have not been able to locate the actual text of the bill yet, but as soon as...
New Accumulator Programs Can Surprise Employees at Pharmacy Counter
An ongoing tense relationship between insurers and drug companies is spilling over and hitting enrollees in group health plans, by saddling them with additional out-of-pocket expenses. Some insurers have started adopting copay accumulator programs — sometimes called...
Coronavirus Response Act Q&A 3-24-20
In follow up to the Miller Johnson Q&A session on the FFCRA this morning, here are the key items we took away from the discussion. Before I dive into specifics it is important to note that everyone from Washington to Lansing to businesses are making this up...