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May 23, 2020

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Retirement Plan Info Can Be Delivered Electronically Beginning July 27th

The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) recently announced the publication of a Final Rule that expands the ability of private sector employers to communicate retirement plan information online or by email. In a press release dated May 21st, 2020, the EBSA revealed that the Rule would allow employers to deliver disclosures to plan participants pr...

May 21, 2020

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Final Rule Expands Access to Pay Bonuses | WWC

On May 20th, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) announced a Final Rule that allows employers to pay bonuses or other incentive-based pay to salaried, nonexempt employees whose hours vary from week to week. The Final Rule clarifies that payments in addition to the fixed salary are compatible with the use of the fluctuating workweek method under the Fair Lab...

May 7, 2020

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OSHA COVID-19 Poster in 13 Languages

On May 4th, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published its “Ten Steps All Workplaces Can Take to Reduce Risk of Exposure to Coronavirus” poster in 11 additional language translations. Originally released on April 6th, in English and Spanish, the non-mandatory poster highlights 10 infection prevention measures every employer can...

May 5, 2020

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EBSA Releases Updated Model COBRA Notices

The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has recently announced changes to specific notices required under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 (COBRA). Generally speaking, COBRA allows employees (and their families), who would otherwise lose their group health coverage due to certain life events, to continue their same group...

May 4, 2020

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COVID-Related Resources for Benefit Plans Released

On April 28th, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) issued a number of items under Title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to help participants and beneficiaries of employee benefit plans, and their service providers, who have been impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. These items include a final rule, new d...

April 29, 2020

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Revised M-274 Handbook for Employers Now Available

In a news release dated April 28th, 2020, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department (USCIS) announced that an updated version of the M-274, Handbook for Employers: Guidance for Completing Form I-9 is has been published. The M-274 provides employers with detailed guidance for completing Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Summary of M-274 Changes The following ar...

April 24, 2020

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UPDATED: $484 Billion Stimulus Package Signed Into Law

On April 24th , President Donald J. Trump approved a new stimulus relief package that includes hundreds of billions of dollars in new funding for small businesses hurt by the coronavirus outbreak. The $484 billion package also includes monies for hospitals and expanded COVID-19 testing. This proposed bill comes after the passage of a $2 trillion rescue package that Congress approved last month....

April 23, 2020

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EEOC Updates Anti-Bias COVID-19 Guidance

On April 23rd, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced additions to their technical assistance guidance, “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws,” providing employers with crucial information on how to avoid possible workplace discrimination claims during the coronavirus pandemic. Provided in a “question and answ...

April 20, 2020

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White House Guidance on U.S. Reopening

During a conference call with United States governors, President Donald Trump unveiled his guidelines for “Opening Up America Again.” The call, which took place on April 16th, outlined recommendations made by the White House for states to reopen based on several factors. The overall plan also contains three phases that must be followed by individuals and employers for states to begin easing soc...

April 16, 2020

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OSHA Releases Enforcement Guidance on Recording COVID-19 Cases

On April 10th, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued interim guidance for enforcing OSHA’s recordkeeping requirements (29 CFR Part 1904) as it relates to recording cases of COVID-19. Overview of OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements Under OSHA recordkeeping rules, many employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a recor...

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