Updates to the Federal Coronavirus (COVID-19) Paid-Leave Mandate Provide Clarification for Employers and Employees

Mar 26, 2020

There has been some confusion from employers and employees about the coronavirus paid-leave mandate. As such, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued two updates that we feel are important to share.

Tips for Maintaining your Mental Well-Being During COVID-19 Quarantine

Mar 23, 2020

Staying home, whether for self-quarantine or social distancing, is the right thing to do to help stop the spread of COVID-19. We do understand the effect that this can have on your mental well-being.

Tips for Employers and Employees Working from Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mar 20, 2020

As a remote workforce may be the norm for some companies, many others are learning how to work remote for the first time during COVID-19.

Legislative Action Surrounding Leave and COVID-19 Passed Nationwide and in New York State

Mar 19, 2020

Here we will breakdown each regulation and explain which employees and circumstances might be covered, noting that requirements for complying with each leave act can vary depending on the size of your business.

The Coronavirus and the Workplace: Leave Accommodations

Mar 16, 2020

As the number of reported cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rise, employers are confronted with the possibility of increased absences in the workplace. How are these decisions handled alongside various leave programs and other legal obligations?

The Coronavirus and the Workplace: NYS Health Insurers Are Required to Waive Cost-Sharing for Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing

Mar 13, 2020

On March 3, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a new directive by the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) that requires New York health insurers to waive cost sharing for coronavirus (COVID-19) testing.

The Coronavirus and the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know

Mar 12, 2020

As an employer, what can you do to prepare your workplace for the potential impacts of the coronavirus? This is a tricky and challenging situation for a number of reasons.

Workplace Wellness Insights: It’s American Heart Month – What You Need to Know About Heart Disease

Feb 18, 2020

Workplace wellness programs are employer-sponsored programs designed to promote long-term employee health while reducing total insurance spend. We share a monthly wellness newsletter with insights to support your wellness strategy.

FMLA & PFL: What NYS Employers Need to Know

Feb 10, 2020

With so many employers administering both New York State Paid Family Leave (PFL) and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we thought it would be helpful to review some of their key elements and differentiators as a reminder of how they can each be used; whether separately or together.

Facing Expiration, PCORI Fees Instead Receive a 10-Year Extension

Jan 28, 2020

The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act approved late last year which included provisions to permanently repeal several of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) taxes actually breathed new life into one ACA fee; PCORI.