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.

New York State CVA lookback window extended

New York State Extends the Child Victim’s Act (CVA) Lookback Window

May 13, 2020

On May 8, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo extended the CVA’s lookback window another five months until January 14, 2021, due to COVID-19.

NYCIRB Establishes New Workers’ Compensation Classification Code in Response to COVID-19

May 8, 2020

Last week, the New York Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Board (NYCIRB) filed a new release establishing a new classification code and for employees either not working or working in a different role due to COVID-19.

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.

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New York Child Victims Act (CVA) – Consequences for Insurance Cost & Availability

Apr 28, 2020

The team at Rose & Kiernan, Inc. wanted to review where we are over a year after the CVA was signed into law and the impact thus far on both insurers and organizations with an eye on what could happen in the future.

Social Distancing on Construction Sites: What Does That Mean?

Apr 24, 2020

Here at Rose & Kiernan, Inc., we’ve received a number of inquiries from our contracting clients seeking clarification on what is meant by appropriate social distancing on construction sites.

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.

Drones and Insurance: What You Need to Know

Apr 20, 2020

Drones are a rapidly evolving technology. As such, insurance parameters and legal regulations for commercial and recreational drone use is rapidly evolving, too.

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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.