
Articles
Wage and Hour Disputes
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA or the Act) governs wage and hour employment matters for employees engaged in interstate commerce.
Pollution Exposures for a Property Owner
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
The purpose of a truly effective risk management program is to identify those exposures that your company faces and then utilize some form of risk transfer (avoidance, risk retention, insurance) to address that risk.
A business succession checklist
Saturday, June 5, 2010
The life cycle of a closely held business can be compared to that of your typical family home. When you are considering the purchase of a home you analyze location, price, size, current mortgage rates and the overall appeal of the home.
COBRA Premium Subsidy Update
Thursday, June 3, 2010
On Friday, the House passed the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (H.R. 4213) that would require 401(k) fee disclosures, provide relief for pension funds and extend unemployment benefits.
Managing Hospitality Risk Foodborne Illness
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Accurate diagnosis is sometimes difficult, but it has been estimated that somewhere between 24 to 81 million foodborne illnesses occur each year, resulting in more than 10,000 foodborne-associated deaths with the consequential costs ranging anywhere from $7.7 to $23 billion.
Extended Dependent Coverage
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Last Monday the Obama Administration issued interim rules allowing young adults to remain on their parents’ health insurance plans until age 26.
Healthcare Reform Timeline
Monday, April 5, 2010
After more than a year of often rancorous debate, it appears that the healthcare reform battle in Congress is over.
Congress Passes Landmark – Healthcare Update
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
On March 21, 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives passed major health care reform legislation, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The legislation was previously passed by the U.S. Senate in December 2009 and is set to be signed by President Obama as soon as possible.
Builders Risk – How to Structure the Best Program
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
A construction contract will almost certainly specify who will supply the Builder’s Risk Insurance coverage for any construction project. This could be the projects owner, general contractor or sub-contractor.
Earthquake Insurance – Setting Limits
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear from clients is “ how much earthquake coverage do I need?” Many factors typically go into the decision when trying to decide how much coverage to buy.
Thinking about Self Funding?
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
When health insurance premiums continue to increase at a rate in excess of general inflation or wage increases, many employers ask us whether self-insuring their health plan makes sense for them.
Transitional Duty Programs – Key to Workers’ Compensation Claims Management and Cost Control
Friday, March 5, 2010
Many employers struggle with how to effectively manage workers’ compensation claim costs and loss of employee productivity when an employee suffers a prolonged absence from work due to an on-the-job injury.
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