New research from SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) offers a warning to U.S. companies about the psychological costs of COVID-19. While millions find themselves unemployed, 41 percent of U.S. employees feel burnt out from work while another 23 percent report feeling depressed. The survey on the mental health of U.S. workers under lockdown also found employees are … [More]
WEBINAR – May 21: 1.0 HRCI & SHRM: ERISA Compliance Requirements for Small and Large Employers
Request the recording of the webinar here if you are unable to attend the live session. REGISTER HERE This webinar will cover the ERISA compliance requirements for small and large employers, including: ERISA Plans and Requirements - Benefits Subject to ERISA and Plan Document Requirements Disclosure Requirements - Written plan document, SPD, SMM, and SAR … [More]
WEBINAR – May 12: FMLA Administration: Learn How to Reduce Your Risks
Request the recording of the webinar here if you are unable to attend the live session. REGISTER HERE Join us for a discussion and demonstration of our proprietary leave management portal, part of BASIC's FMLA and Leave Management Administration. Dan will walk us through the life cycle of an FMLA claim, as it would be administrated for our FMLA Ease Plus clients. He will … [More]
Tread Carefully when Terminating Employees during a Pandemic
With the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, there are a few additional considerations Arizona employers must keep in mind when terminating the employment of a current employee. Generally, Arizona employers enjoy wide latitude when hiring and firing due to the State’s doctrine of “at will” employment. Under at-will employment, an employer is not required to establish “just … [More]
