March 28, 2020

This HR Insights article provides tips managers can use to onboard employees remotely during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

March 28, 2020

This Live Well, Work Well article provides working from home ergonomic tips that employees can use to stay healthy while they telecommute during the coronavirus pandemic.

March 28, 2020

This document provides an overview of the $2 trillion stimulus package, which is designed to provide financial assistance for those struggling as a result of the coronavirus (COVD-19) outbreak.

March 28, 2020

On March 27, 2020, the U.S. Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide $2.2 trillion in federal funding to address the coronavirus crisis. The new law also includes several provisions affecting health plan coverage. This Legal Update summarizes the coverage changes.

March 28, 2020

Use this letter to inform employees that, due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the office will be closing and they should work from home. Please note that this letter requires customization prior to use.

March 28, 2020

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused many employers across the country to make significant changes to their standard procedures, including shifting their employees from working at the office to working from home. This customizable guide serves as an introduction to managing remote employees and includes best practices for keeping employees engaged. It should be used for informational purposes only and not be considered as legal advice.

March 28, 2020

This form may be used by an employee to request leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This form accommodates a new type of leave that can be used by an employee in the event they need to stay home in order to care for their child whose school or child care facility has been closed due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

March 28, 2020

Employers can use this checklist to manage employees that are working from home during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

March 28, 2020

Under guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on March 20, 2020, employers will not necessarily have to be in the physical presence of a new employee when verifying his or her identity as part of the I-9 Form process during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This Legal Update provides information about the DHS' guidance.

March 28, 2020

On Friday, March 27, 2020—after days of debate—the president approved a $2 trillion economic rescue package designed to provide financial assistance to Americans and their families, and billions of dollars in loans for businesses. The package is the largest fiscal stimulus in modern U.S. history and is the government’s most recent response to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

March 28, 2020

This DOL poster describes employees' paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave rights under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Free download so you can post in your workplace or distribute it to employees. 

March 27, 2020

The $2 trillion stimulus bill intended to help offset the financial burdens created by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is now law. The package will send direct payments to Americans. This article contains answers to questions employees may have about those payments. It will be updated when more specifics are released. Download and pass along directly to your team!

March 27, 2020

As business closures increase due to the COVID-19 pandemic, employers are faced with questions about compensation and health benefit coverage for their employees. Government relief measures may provide compensation for businesses and individuals in certain situations. In other cases, existing rules on employee rights will apply. This Compliance Overview provides a summary of the issues that employers may encounter when terminating or suspending employment due to COVID-19.

January 01, 2020

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) provides eligible workers with paid leave for reasons related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This HR Compliance Bulletin contains questions and answers issued by the DOL to provide compliance assistance to employers and employees on their responsibilities and rights under the FFCRA.

March 27, 2020

The paid employee leave requirements of the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act will take effect on April 1, 2020, according to Q&As issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.

March 24, 2020

Employers with fewer than 500 employees may begin using two new refundable payroll tax credits to obtain reimbursement for the costs of providing coronavirus-related leave to their employees, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on March 20, 2020. This document provides the guidance.

March 23, 2020

As part of sweeping legislation enacted in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Congress has enacted two laws requiring employers to provide paid leave for coronavirus-related reasons. This Compliance Bulletin discusses those laws.

March 18, 2020

This guide provides information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how businesses and employers can plan for and respond to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

March 20, 2020

Telemedicine services are emerging as viable solutions to help lessen the burden on health care facilities and staff, while still providing individuals with the care they need. Learn more about virtual physician visits and how your insurance company covers them.  

March 18, 2020

When facing a pandemic like COVID-19, health insurance becomes even more important. We have compiled a list of coronavirus benefits provided by Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Kaiser, Humana, and United Healthcare. This post includes a list of coronavirus benefits and links to additional resources. 

March 23, 2020

If you’re feeling under the weather, you may be wondering if you have coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Only a doctor can officially diagnose you with a condition, but using this flowchart can help you determine whether your symptoms are due to a cold or allergies, or something more serious.

March 13, 2020

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued Q&As on COVID-19 (or other public health emergencies) and the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. This Compliance Bulletin contains the DOL's Q&As.

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March 18, 2020

Use this guide to outline your company’s telecommuting, or work from home, policy and expectations, and educate your employees on best practices for working from home. Please note that this guide requires extensive customization to reflect your organization's policies on telecommuting.

March 18, 2020

This HR Insights article provides tips for how your organization can address the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

March 18, 2020

On March 18, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about how employers should comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during the coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic. This HR Compliance Bulletin contains the EEOC's FAQs. 

March 23, 2020

HHS issued a bulletin to summarize how protected health information may be shared under the HIPAA Privacy Rule during an outbreak of infectious disease, such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. This Compliance Bulletin includes HHS' guidance.

March 23, 2020

On Monday, March 23, 2020, Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams said that not enough Americans were taking the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) risk seriously. This News Brief explains further.

January 01, 2020

Learn how to maintain your mental well-being during a quarantine with this Live Well, Work Well article.

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March 23, 2020

On Friday, March 20, 2020, the Department of Education announced relief for student loan borrowers. This News Brief explains further.

March 23, 2020

Given the implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, countless employees across a variety of industries are working remotely. While this allows businesses to remain operational, it can create a number of risks, particularly for those who fail to take the proper precautions. This article highlights ways businesses can protect themselves from these risks.

January 01, 2020

The Treasury Department and the IRS issued new guidance related to federal tax filing and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This News Brief explains further.

March 18, 2020

For many across the country, working from home is their new reality for the foreseeable future as the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread rapidly. For those who now have to balance working from home and caregiving responsibilities, this Live Well, Work Well article provides tips to help manage these responsibilities.

March 18, 2020

Today the Senate passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and President Trump is expected to sign the bill shortly. The Act includes several provisions to protect American workers and assist employers in providing emergency paid sick leave, as well as paid family leave in the case of school closures, for working families impacted by COVID-19.

March 17, 2020

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to increase spending for aid related to the coronavirus / COVID-19 crisis. This Legal Update provides information about the bill, which was passed by the House on March 14, 2020. Technical corrections to the bill were passed on March 16, 2020.

March 17, 2020

This Live Well, Work Well article explains what you can do if you're sick with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

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March 17, 2020

As of early Tuesday, March 17, 2020, several states have addressed how their unemployment insurance programs will be administered for employees who are out of work due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and additional states were expected to issue similar information. This Legal Update provides general information about state and federal guidance on unemployment benefits during the outbreak.  

March 16, 2020

Some businesses will make the tough decision to temporarily close because of safety concerns. Use this letter to communicate that your business will be closing due to COVID-19. Please note that this letter requires customization.

March 16, 2020

On Monday, March 16, 2020, President Donald Trump held a news conference to reinforce guidelines intended to slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). He asked Americans to follow the guidelines for the next 15 days.

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March 16, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread rapidly throughout the United States. Keep your employees and their families safe by properly preparing your workplace. Consider the strategies outlined in this checklist to ensure that your workplace is prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 13, 2020

Working from home can be challenging, especially when you're not used to it. This article covers some best practices for employees who may need to work remotely due to a coronavirus outbreak.

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March 12, 2020

This Legal Update provides a summary of current guidance regarding health plan coverage for COVID-19 testing. A new federal law may be passed that will require all health plans to cover this testing without any deductibles or other cost sharing. In the meantime, employers should check with their plan's issuer or administrator about this coverage.

March 13, 2020

On Friday, March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in response to the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This News Brief has more details.

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March 12, 2020

On March 12, 2020, CMS issued frequently asked questions on essential health benefit (EHB) coverage and the coronavirus (COVID-19). This Health Care Bulletin contains CMS’ FAQs.

March 11, 2020

On March 11, 2020, the IRS issued Notice 2020-15 in response to the public health emergency posed by the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). To encourage individuals to get tested for COVID-19, this notice allows HDHPs to pay for COVID-19 testing and treatment without imposing a deductible or other cost-sharing.

March 13, 2020

Employers can use this letter to inform employees about COVID-19 and the organization's policies regarding prevention, travel and working remotely. Note, some customization is required.

March 12, 2020

Coronaviruses are fairly common and don’t typically affect humans. When they do, their effects are usually mild, as in the case of the common cold. However, deadlier variations of these coronaviruses have cropped up in recent years. This HR Insights discusses actions employers can take against these illnesses.

March 12, 2020

As the number of reported cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rise, employers are increasingly confronted with the possibility of an outbreak in the workplace. This Compliance Bulletin provides a summary of compliance issues facing employers in this situation.

March 09, 2020

Learn more about the symptoms of COVID-19 with this fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

March 12, 2020

This fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information on how to prevent the spread of diseases like COVID-19.

March 11, 2020

Inform employees about how easy it is to prevent the spread of illnesses like the flu or the cold by washing their hands. Print and hang in the bathroom, or email to employees who are working from home. 

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March 11, 2020

This fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19.