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IRS Extends Time to Make IRA, HSA Contributions and File Forms 1040

On March 29, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2021-21, which extends tax deadlines for filing Form 1040 series returns and other deadlines to May 17, 2021. The Notice,…
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Amounts Paid for Certain Personal Protective Equipment Treated as Medical Expenses Announcement

Announcement 2021-7 notifies taxpayers that amounts paid for personal protective equipment, such as masks, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes, for the primary purpose of preventing the spread of the Coronavirus…
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Hit or Myth? Debunking the Top 3 Group Health Insurance Myths

With big structural uncertainties making company health insurance premiums less predictable—and potentially more impactful—than at any time in recent memory, small and mid-sized companies are highly motivated to find popular…
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Everyone Into the Pool

Insurance premium increases may have dodged a bullet for 2021, now that rates have been released, but what may happen to benefit rates in 2022 have experts divided. We are expecting that rates will rise in 2022 when the repercussions from COVID-19 start to wind down and insurance companies can take stock of their losses. 2021 is seeing on average a 3.6% cost increase, but what increases are in store for us in 2022 remain to be seen.

Resources For HR Departments To Foster A More Diverse Workplace

10 Resources For HR Departments To Foster A More Diverse Workplace

Fostering a just and equal work environment means more than a diversity seminar once a quarter. It takes work to cultivate a truly inclusive environment for all employees. Here are ten resources to help you get started.

DOL Releases Updated COBRA Model Notices and FAQs

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released updated COBRA model notices and FAQs providing general information on the updated model notices. The FAQs

Key Tips For Conducting Virtual Interviews

When quarantine officially came into effect, thousands of businesses with no remote work policy in place scrambled to piece together teleworking proce

IRS Issues Notice 2020-29

The IRS issued IRS Notice 2020-29 (Notice) that provides increased flexibility for making mid-year elections or changes under a Section 125 cafeteria

Michigan Auto Insurance Reform Savings Debunked

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries…
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Does Medicare Cover Auto Accident Injuries Under New Law?

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries…
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Does Medicaid Cover Auto Accident Injuries in Michigan Under New Law?

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries…
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Qualified Health Coverage (QHC) & Michigan No-Fault Insurance: What You Need To Know

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries…
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Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries in Michigan?

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Qualified Health Coverage (QHC) and Michigan No…
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What is PIP Insurance in Michigan?

Reposted with permission from: Michigan Auto Law Written by: Steven Gursten, Auto Accident Attorney, Michigan Auto Law Also read the associated blogs below: Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries…
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How to Manage On-Site Employees During the Coronavirus Pandemic

As we continue to self-isolate, executives and team leaders across the country are grappling with the challenges posed by COVID-19 and the toll it@s t

Can Companies Require Their Employees to Pass a COVID-19 Test Before Returning to Work?

As the country gradually begins to reopen, organizations loosen their teleworking mandates, and employees return to the office, it may be tempting for

Recalibrating Your Work-Life Balance

One of most indicative signs of a healthy lifestyle is a measured work-life balance. In fact, many candidates cite work-life balance as a deciding fac

Tips for Effectively Leading During a Crisis

The coronavirus crisis is, in a word, unprecedented. Business executives and department heads find themselves facing challenges that even a few months

COVID-19 and its Impact on 2021 Employee Benefit Premiums

If there is one thing that experts agree on is that health insurance premiums in 2021 will rise. It is just a matter of how much. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has…
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Why Now is a Perfect Time to Consider Self-Funding Your Employee Benefit Plan

Healthcare costs are rising and employers are being forced to raise deductibles, raise their employees’ share of premium and limit overall coverage. These changes directly impact employees, and in this…
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