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Explore the BASIC blog to read about important HR news and other Human Resources topics including regulatory updates, employee benefits discussion, employer tips, and so much more.


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how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

difference between hra and fsa
August 23, 2021/by Simon Carlson

What’s the Difference Between HRA and FSA?

paid leave credit
August 10, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Paid Leave Credit for Providing Leave Related to COVID-19 Vaccine – IRS Update for Employers

June 11, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Webinar – 1.0 HRCI & SHRM: COBRA Compliance and ARPA Regulations

irs guidance on cobra
June 8, 2021/by Simon Carlson

New IRS Guidance on COBRA Premium Subsidy

May 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Treasury Releases Much Anticipated COBRA Direction

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

DATE: Wed, Nov 02, 2022 TIME: 2:00pm EDT to 2:45 pm EDT Register…
burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

custom employee benefits
April 22, 2022/by Simon Carlson

What Benefits Do Employees Actually Want? Custom Employee Benefits Can Help

employee fringe benefits
November 18, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Employee Fringe Benefits Could Set You Apart in the Hiring Landscape

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

fmla requirements
April 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FMLA Requirements Under the ARPA of 2021

ffcra benefits
December 28, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: FFCRA Update

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
October 14, 2020/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

April 30, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Proposed Federal Paid Leave – American Families Plan

President Biden's American Family Plan would offer 12 weeks of…
flex plan
March 31, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FSA Plan Provisions & Clarifications in January Stimulus Bill

cfra
December 21, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: Changes to CFRA Effective 1/1/21

form 5500 filing deadline
April 23, 2020/by Simon Carlson

Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS

cares act faq
April 10, 2020/by Simon Carlson

CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines


Webinar: Employee Engagement – Strategies for Onsite and Remote Employees

May 29, 2020
DATE: Tue, Jun 09, 2020 TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 3:30 pm ET Register…
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#Employee Engagement #Employer Tips #Webinar
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cobra regulations

COBRA Regulations Change Due to COVID-19

May 15, 2020
Some COBRA regulations have changed as part of the government's…
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#COBRA #COBRA Mistakes #Regulations
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form i-9

New Form I-9 Policy by DHS Due to COVID-19

May 14, 2020
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a temporary…
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#BASIC News #Compliance #HR Assist
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The Premium Only Plan: Cutting Costs Made Easy

May 14, 2020
A Premium Only Plan (POP) is a great way for employers to reduce…
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#Compliance #FSA #Healthcare #Tax
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cafeteria plan

Cafeteria Plan and FSA Relief: IRS Update

May 14, 2020
The IRS released Notice 2020-29 and Notice 2020-33 on May 12,…
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form 5500 filing deadline

Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS

April 23, 2020
On April 9, 2020, the IRS announced filing deadline extensions…
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#Compliance #ERISA #filing #IRS #IRS Regulations
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cobra continuation

COBRA Continuation During the Health Crisis: FAQ by BASIC

April 16, 2020
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic that continues to impact…
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#COBRA #commonmistakes #Healthcare
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webinar

Webinar: ERISA Compliance Requirements for Small and Large Employers

April 15, 2020
DATE: Thu, May 21, 2020 TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 3:30 pm ET Register…
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#Compliance #ERISA #Webinar
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Free webinar

Webinar: FMLA Administration - Learn How to Reduce Your Risks

April 15, 2020
DATE: Tue, May 12, 2020 TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 2:30 pm ET Register…
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#FMLA #leavemanagement #Webinar
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cares act faq

CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines

April 10, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…
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#ACA #ACARegulations #affordablecareact #FSA #HRA #HSA
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ffcra guidance

DOL Publishes 4th Round of FFCRA Guidance and FAQs

April 6, 2020
The DOL has released rules related to administration of leaves…
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#DOL #FMLA #leavemanagement
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Webinar: Understanding COBRA Regulations 4/28/20

April 2, 2020
1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Understanding COBRA Regulations - Including…
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#COBRA #Webinar
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Webinar: Full-Service Payroll & Timekeeping Demonstration 5/7/20

April 2, 2020
Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive…
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#BASIC HR Solutions #BASIC Payroll #Payroll
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cares act

CARES Act Benefit Updates: Over-the-Counter-Drug Eligibility

March 31, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…
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#BASIC News #Benefits #FSA #HRA #HSA
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ffcra

DOL Publishes Third Round of Updates to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

March 30, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Since the enactment…
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#Benefits #Compliance #DOL #FMLA #HR Assist
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cobra insurance

COBRA Insurance Coverage During the Health Crisis

March 25, 2020
COBRA Insurance (COBRA Continuation Coverage) As the coronavirus…
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#Benefits #COBRA #Healthcare
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COVID-19: April 1 Effective Date for FFCRA Leaves

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March 25, 2020
On Tuesday, March 24, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced…
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#BASIC News #Compliance #DOL
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act

The Impact of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

March 19, 2020
On March 18, 2020, the Senate voted to approve, and President…
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#BASIC News #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips
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COVID-19 - Our Commitment to Employees, Broker Partners and Clients

March 19, 2020
At the BASIC family of companies, the health, safety, and wellbeing…
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#BASIC News #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips #Remote
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IRS Allows a HDHP to Cover COVID-19 Testing and Treatment

March 19, 2020
On March 11, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced…
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#HDHP #HSA #IRS #IRS Regulations
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