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Association Health Plans Final Rule Dates Approaching – Guidance Now Available
Both the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of Labor (DOL) have issued new compliance guidance for association health plans (AHPs). On June 21, 2018, the DOL published a final rule that expands the ability of employers to join together to form AHPs....
Your Product Could Be a Liability – What to Consider When Preparing for the Worst
Your customers expect your product to be safe and reliable , and failing to meet these expectations can lead to huge financial losses. If one of your products harms a customer in any way, they can sue your business, leading to costly legal fees and settlements. These...
Shared Health & Wellness Centers Now Available to Small to Midsize Companies
Shown above- Valent Group Employees at City Federal Health & Wellness Center Grand Opening. Left to right: Angelena McCurry, Senior Benefits Consultant; Forrest Cook, Senior Employee Benefits Consultant/HR Specialist; Paul Barber, President On Wednesday,...
Employment Practices Liability (EPL) Insurance is Crucial for Small Businesses
According to a recent study, more than half of all claims filed for employment-related liabilities are against employers with fewer than 50 employees. Alarmingly, the study also reveals that not even 2 percent of small businesses have employment practices liability...
Compliance ✔: Have You Sent Your COBRA General (Initial) Notices?
Employers who are subject to COBRA must furnish a COBRA General (or Initial) Notice to health plan participants within 90 days from commencement of coverage. If you are not sending this notice, be certain that another party is doing so on your behalf. Important...