The Department of Justice (DOJ) released answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) on how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to businesses under specific circumstances related to the pandemic. These FAQs highlight compliance with Titles II and III of the ADA relating to state and local governments and businesses …
As a result of the Biden administration, at-home COVID-19 tests are now available to most Americans for no upfront cost or for reimbursement. These tests can be purchased online or in-store, without talking to your doctor, and with all or some of the cost covered by private insurance. Limitations and …
The Supreme Court ruled to stay the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) testing and vaccination emergency temporary standard (ETS) on January 13, 2022. The ETS would have established a mandatory vaccination policy for private employers with 100 or more employees. According to the majority of the Supreme Court, OSHA …
As time goes on, it’s easy to slowly accumulate expired, unwanted prescriptions. It’s important to properly dispose of these medications when the time comes to prevent abuse. Each year millions of people misuse medications that were taken from friends or family members. There are many ways to safely and effectively …
Additional insurance laws in effect in 2022 will protect Californians’ safety and health. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara sponsored the new laws and said, “My Department of Insurance is using every tool at our disposal to protect consumers including expanding and enforcing insurance laws as well as working with the Legislature …
We have all heard the term “life span” before, but are you familiar with health span? While life span refers to how long a person lives, health span refers to the part of a person’s life in which they are in good health. People are living much longer than in …
The start of any year is typically marked with well-intentioned goals to set the optimistic tone for the rest of the year. Some goals are maintained throughout the year while others don’t make it more than a few months. Setting yourself up for success is crucial since resolutions are often …
There are so many ways people come together to enjoy seasonal festivities. We celebrated the season as a company by attending our annual Holiday Party, posing for fun photos for our holiday card, and partaking in a 2-week long Secret Santa. The Holiday Party fostered the festive spirit and feeling …
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued 14 additional answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding what employers can and cannot do to comply with federal fair employment laws during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new answers address the definition of “disability” and how to determine whether an individual with COVID-19 …
The Build Back Better Act has undergone various compromises and changes since its conception. Currently, the House-passed bill plans to make major changes to three areas: the tax system, social services, and the energy sector. In the social spending category, there are two areas where the spending is allocated: spending …
Around 20.2 million workers left their employers between May and September of 2021. In the time of the Great Resignation, hiring and retaining workers has never been so important. With so many people retiring, employers are looking to Gen Z to fill the gaps, but this new generation has different …
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, mental health and financial wellness took a massive blow for people around the world. Layoffs and furloughs skyrocketed. With the lack of work came a lack of income. Household debt in the United States rose $286 billion in the middle of 2021. Many felt the …
The IRS recently released a proposed rule to extend the annual furnishing deadlines for Sections 6055 and 6056 reporting under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The new rule would extend the due date for furnishing statements to individuals under Sections 6055 and 6056 by 30 days from January 31 each …
The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act just advanced to the Senate. If it passes, the bill will require employers with 25 or more employees to allow time and a non-bathroom, private space for lactating parents. This new bill builds off the Fair Labor Standards Act in 2010, where the requirement …
On November 12, 2021, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2022 Medicare Part A and B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts. The 2022 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts were also announced. Medicare Part B Premium and Deductible Physician, outpatient hospital, certain hospital health services, …
