On Nov. 15, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule to amend current requirements that employees in…
Workplace celebrations can help create an enjoyable workplace, resulting in high morale and low turnover rates. These events can provide an excellent opportunity for employees to network and socialize with…
Employee handbooks are important for establishing employee expectations, addressing workplace issues and defending against potential lawsuits. Failing to update the employment policies in these handbooks regularly can make employers vulnerable…
La Niña conditions are predicted to affect the upcoming U.S. winter season (December 2024 to February 2025), according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) outlook issued in October.…
Although the end of the year is a busy time, employers should continue to prioritize compliance requirements for their employee benefit plans. There are several benefits-related tasks that employers should…
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recently released the results of its 2024 International Roadcheck. This inspection and enforcement initiative highlights the work of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspectors throughout…
IRS Revenue Procedure 2024-40 includes updated penalty amounts that may apply to reporting entities that fail to comply with the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) requirements under Internal Revenue Code Sections…
The National Council of Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently published a new study showing the relationship between injury frequency and weather conditions as they relate to workers’ compensation claims. In the…
On Oct. 22, 2024, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2024-40 (Rev. Proc. 24-40), which includes the inflation-adjusted limit for 2025 on employee salary reduction contributions to health flexible spending accounts…
Data Backup and Recovery Plans Data loss from cyberattacks, hardware failures, failed cloud synchronizations, natural disasters, human errors, and other events can lead to significant disruptions, financial losses and compliance…