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.

Coronavirus Risk Management: Contingency Planning & Disaster Preparedness

Mar 11, 2020

As more cases are confirmed in the U.S., businesses are beginning to plan and prepare for the short and long-term effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The first step for businesses is to focus on contingency planning and disaster preparedness.

Controlling Your Worker’s Compensation Costs Through Accident Prevention

Mar 9, 2020

Your Mod factor has a direct impact on your workers’ compensation premium. What is the best way to control your insurance costs?

Calculating your Workers’ Compensation Experience Modification Factor

Mar 2, 2020

As a New York state business owner, it is helpful to know how your experience modification factor (Mod) rating affects your workers’ compensation premium.

Public-Private Partnerships (P3s): What Subcontractors Need to Know

Feb 26, 2020

Because of the aging infrastructure in the United States, we are seeing the growth of public-private partnerships (P3s) as a use of alternative contractual arrangements. This presents opportunities for subcontractors, but also added risks.