When a workplace incident occurs, it’s crucial for your organization to respond appropriately by conducting a thorough incident investigation. Whether the incident caused property damage, led to occupational illnesses or…
The Family and Medical Leave Act, commonly known as FMLA, isn’t anything new. It was passed in 1993 to protect the jobs of workers who needed to take time off…
On May 10, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released guidance on the taxability of dependent care assistance programs (DCAPs) for 2021 and 2022, clarifying that amounts attributable to previously…
On May 7, 2021, the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) proposed to the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (OSHSB) changes to the emergency temporary standard (ETS).…
Light at the end of the tunnel. That’s how many people view COVID-19 vaccination efforts, but we should guard against the belief that there will be a distinct “end” to…
In recent years, ransomware attacks have steadily been on the rise. These incidents—which entail cybercriminals compromising a device or server and demanding a large payment be made before restoring the…
Generally, hospitals are beginning to comply with the transparency requirements, but they have a long way to go. Requiring hospitals to reveal more details about their pricing structures and strategies…
The IRS has released new resources explaining the tax credits available for employers who opt to provide paid family leave and paid sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response…
Like other lines of insurance, the employment practices liability (EPL) insurance market has hardened. This is due in part to a higher frequency and severity of claims in recent…
The COVID-19 pandemic has been testing the limits of every organization. It’s tested resilience, it’s tested adaptability and, critically, it’s tested the trust between managers and their employees. When…