August / September Health Reform Update
The Departments of Labor, Treasury and Health and Human Services recently released proposed regulations and requested comments regarding the implementation of a new simplified benefit summary requirement (the “Summary of Benefits and Coverage” or “SBC”) created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“Affordable Care Act”).
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Wall Street Journal Article — Streamlining HR: Let Somebody Else Do It
There's an option for small companies that want to ease their human-resources headaches: have their employees work for someone else. In this setup, sometimes known as co-employment, your staffers still do their day-to-day jobs for you. But on paper they work for another company called a professional employer organization. These outfits function as the HR department for hundreds or thousands of small businesses, doling out paychecks, managing employee-related taxes and administering benefits.
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Whitepaper — Reference Checking Keys: Do You Know Who You Are Hiring?
Surveys estimate that as many as 25-33% of applicants seriously lie on their resumes or applications. Some of the most commonly falsified pieces of information include: length of employment; past salary; criminal record; and past job title. Because good hiring decisions require as much information as possible, and to prevent potential legal problems, we strongly encourage clients to implement a comprehensive reference policy. The question really isn't "should" you check references but "how."
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Whitepaper — Noncompete and Confidentiality Agreements
Noncompete/Confidentiality Agreements should be drafted by attorneys so they meet particular company needs and conform to relevant state laws. Unless applicable state law is followed closely, such agreements may be unenforceable.
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What does the July 24th Minimum Wage Increase and a May 29th Pay Discrimination Ruling Mean to Your Business?
Now is a good time to review your pay practices, including your overtime policies, to ensure that you are in compliance.
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