Workplace injuries happen. Whether minor or major, injuries can be frightening and disorienting for both the injured employee and the employer. In the event of an injury, it’s vitally important to act immediately based on a pre-established plan that addresses the needs of the employee. As the employer, your response can make a difference in… Continue Reading What to do when an employee is injured
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released new versions of Form W-4 and its online withholding calculator to help taxpayers check their 2018 tax withholding following passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in December 2017. The IRS urges taxpayers to use these tools to make sure they have the right amount of tax… Continue Reading IRS releases updated withholding calculator and new Form W-4
Prevention is the best tool to eliminate sexual harassment in the workplace. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) encourages employers to take certain steps necessary to prevent and correct workplace harassment. What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment is a form of unlawful sex discrimination that can occur in a variety of circumstances. Unwelcome sexual… Continue Reading Tips for eliminating sexual harassment in the workplace
An employee handbook is an important tool you can use to effectively communicate information regarding your company’s policies, practices and employee benefits. A well-written handbook sets forth your expectations for your employees and describes what they can expect from your company. While the policies outlined in your handbook will reflect your company’s own unique culture,… Continue Reading Employee handbook guide
Certain notices must be distributed around open enrollment. A company’s open enrollment period can be a hectic time for management, human resources and employees alike. However, during the enrollment process, employers should remember their disclosure obligations. Below are five key notices that must be distributed to employees around the open enrollment period: Summary Plan Description… Continue Reading Top 5 open enrollment notices
We are pleased to provide our Professional Insurance Programs clients with a new, award-winning online library that delivers comprehensive, easy-to-navigate human resources and benefits news, content, tools and forms to companies nationwide. This service is available upon request. Our online HR library also features dynamic interactive tools, such as a job description builder and salary… Continue Reading Human resources services
With severe weather season upon us, the Internal Revenue Service is offering advice to help everyone minimize storm and natural disaster impact. Businesses are encouraged to follow these tips in preparing for such events: Use electronic records. Businesses may have access to bank and other financial statements online. If so, your statements are already securely stored there.… Continue Reading IRS natural disaster preparation tips
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a new version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. As of Jan. 22, 2017, employers must use the updated form. Background Federal law requires employers to hire only individuals who may legally work in the United States–either U.S. citizens or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization. To comply with… Continue Reading Employers must use new form I-9
In preparation for the fall open-enrollment period, employers sponsoring group health plans that include prescription drug coverage are required to notify all Medicare-eligible individuals whether such coverage is creditable. This means the coverage is expected to pay, on average, as much as the standard Medicare prescription drug coverage. Contact your agent or insurance company to find out if your… Continue Reading Medicare Part D creditable coverage notices for group health plans
Whether your company has 5 or 500 employees, it’s important to conduct a regular review of your human resources and benefits-related notices, records and procedures to ensure compliance with the law and prevent potential liabilities and employee lawsuits. The checklist below features key steps for evaluating your management practices to help keep your company HR… Continue Reading 5 Part HR Compliance Quick-Check: PERFORMANCE REVIEWS