All employers, large and small, should have a Sexual Harassment Policy for addressing workplace claims. Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination that violates Title ...

Wellness Programs a Welcome Tool for Employers and Employees

BAS
02.08.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

Many employers are considering implementing workplace wellness or health management programs. Wellness programs are often viewed as an important component of benefits ...

EEOC Confirms Protections for Transgender Employees and Job Applicants

BAS
26.07.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently held that discrimination against transgender employees and job applicants is prohibited under Title VII of ...

Third Circuit provides Guidance on Joint Employment for FLSA

BAS
19.07.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

Dual-employment is a serious concern for some employers. Joint-employment issues may arise when individuals work among parent corporations, subsidiaries and affiliates, ...

Form 5500 Filing Requirement

BAS
12.07.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

Employers with calendar year benefit plans should be gearing up for the Form 5500 filing deadline, which is quickly approaching. Unless an extension is requested, ...

IRS Increases Scrutiny of COBRA Compliance

BAS
05.07.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

The IRS recently updated the guidelines its agents use to conduct COBRA compliance audits. The COBRA audit guidelines are not directly aimed at employers, but employers ...

SBC as Part of Open Enrollment Preparation

BAS
28.06.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

Many employers with calendar year group health plans start thinking about open enrollment materials over the summer months. This summer, employers will also have to ...

Defense of Marriage Act Questioned by First Circuit Court

BAS
21.06.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

The Federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is an important statute influencing the administration of employee benefits. DOMA, which became law in 1996, is a statute ...

Standard COBRA Processes and Proof of Mailing

BAS
14.06.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

Employers now have one more reason to put procedures in place to document their COBRA processes. Employers must make sure they follow standard procedures and keep ...

New Delaware Mini-COBRA Law

BAS
07.06.2012
HR & Benefits Compliance

The State of Delaware enacted a temporary mini-COBRA law, joining several other states that require continuation of group health coverage for insured, small employer ...

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