New IRS Guidance Provides Additional Relief for Section 125 & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

May 14, 2020

In a continued effort to provide certain relief to plan participants in the wake of COVID-19, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released two new sets of guidance which increases the flexibility of administering Section 125 cafeteria plans.

At-Home Workspace Ergonomics Tips

May 4, 2020

Just as you’ve probably spent time rearranging your desk and desktop monitors at the office, it’s also necessary to adjust your at-home workspace ergonomics to avoid injuries, prevent long-term health issues and improve your daily efficiency.

New DOL Guidance Has Big Impact on COBRA Administration

May 1, 2020

On April 29, 2020 the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released EBSA Disaster Relief Notice 2020-01, to provide “guidance and relief” for employee benefit plans due to the COVID-19 outbreak. One of the key considerations of this relief notice is additional time to comply with certain deadlines affecting COBRA continuation.

Connecticut’s Executive Order No. 7BB Requires Cloth Face Coverings for All Public Contact

Apr 22, 2020

In Connecticut, effective 8 p.m. on April 20, 2020, cloth face coverings or a higher level of protection are required in public wherever close contact is unavoidable. This includes employees at work.

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New York State Essential Employers Must Provide Masks for Certain Employees

Apr 16, 2020

Effective 8 p.m. on April 15, 2020, all essential employers in New York state must provide free of charge and require the wearing of masks for all employees who come into direct contact with customers or members of the public.

Workplace Wellness Insights: It’s Stress Awareness Month – How to Maintain Your Mental Well-Being

Apr 9, 2020

April is Stress Awareness Month and we have outlined some helpful tips so that you can stay proactive in maintaining your mental well-being while working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.