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CARES Act Includes Employee Benefits Related Provisions
Monday, March 30, 2020
Congress has passed the Coronavirus, Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (The CARES Act), a $2 trillion stimulus package containing many provisions designed to bolster the economy during the COVID-19 crisis. The CARES Act also includes several provisions that affect employee benefit plans summarized in this alert.
Answering Your Employee-Related COVID-19 Questions
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Our manufacturing, food processing, and distributing clients face unique challenges in their facilities and supply chains when it comes to the recent outbreak of COVID-19. Clients have been seeing an uptick in the barrage of emails and news articles written on the COVID-19 pandemic, and we know you have questions. We have compiled a list […]
Workstation Ergonomics Tips
Friday, March 27, 2020
As many people adjust to working from home, it’s important to keep ergonomics in mind when creating a new workstation. Parker, Smith & Feek has provided tips on ways to make a comfortable remote workspace.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) – Agency Guidance Released
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
The Department of Labor (DOL) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released initial guidance clarifying several provisions set forth in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
Preparation for Unoccupied Buildings
Monday, March 23, 2020
In the effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, areas around the country have recently called for the cessation of many business activities…
COVID-19 Update: March 20, 2020
Friday, March 20, 2020
In the past week, the World Health Organization (WHO) labeled the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic and changes are occurring rapidly.
Construction Shutdown
Friday, March 20, 2020
In the effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, areas around the country have recently called for the shutdown of non-emergency construction activities.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Impact on Employee Benefits
Thursday, March 19, 2020
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “Act”) was passed by Congress and has been signed by the President.
Update 03/2020 ‐ OSHA Deems COVID-19 a Recordable Illness
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
COVID-19 continues to dominate the headlines and change our work and personal routines. This dynamic situation is creating questions…
HDHPs Will Not Lose HSA Qualified Status for Covering COVID-19 Expenses & Other Benefits Questions
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been labeled a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), and as of March 12, 2020 the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has estimated 1,215 cases of the virus within the United States. Not surprisingly, employers have many questions about the impact of the virus on employer-sponsored benefit plans.
COVID-19 Update: March 13, 2020
Friday, March 13, 2020
Parker, Smith & Feek will be providing a weekly recap of changes and updates that may impact your employees during the COVID-19 outbreak.
OSHA Deems COVID-19 a Recordable Illness
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
COVID-19 continues to dominate the headlines and change our work and personal routines. This dynamic situation is creating questions, and some that are coming up more frequently center on the OSHA 300 log.
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