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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.


HR News & Articles


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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


New Rules Ease Limits on Dental, Vision Plans

February 28, 2014
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) specifically sets aside certain…
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Smart Hiring: Time for a Refresher Course?

February 28, 2014
Have you ever hired the wrong person? Maybe the bad decision…
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Summary of the 90-day Waiting Period Limitation

February 25, 2014
On February 20, the Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health…
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COBRA for HRAs – A Plan for Determining COBRA Premiums

February 24, 2014
Under COBRA law, when a covered individual loses coverage…
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#COBRA #HRA
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Healthcare a Hotbed of Consumer Data Breaches

January 2, 2014
According to the Experian report, “2014 Data Breach Industry…
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'Tis the time of year

December 19, 2013
As the snow starts to fly here in the Midwest, our four legged…
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Americans with Disability Act As Amended

December 19, 2013
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is one of the most…
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Ensuring your SPD's are ERISA Compliant

December 19, 2013
As one of the most important documents for participants' employees…
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New Guidelines for Mental Health Benefits

December 2, 2013
Mental health benefits and medical health benefits need to be…
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Supreme Court to Decide Contested Payroll Tax Issue

December 2, 2013
At long last, the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to resolve a…
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Are You a Strategic or Tactical Manager?

December 2, 2013
From the Desk of Dave Tomko, owner - The Growth Coach of West…
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ACA Compliance Timeline

November 6, 2013
Courtesy of: The Healthcare Trends Institute
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Roll over up to $500 of unused FSA funds

October 31, 2013
Earlier today, the Department of Treasury issued Notice 2013.71…
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Federal Workers Must Repay Jobless Benefits from Shutdown

October 28, 2013
The U.S. Department of Labor says federal workers who collected…
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Per-Employee Health Benefit Costs up Slightly in 2014

October 23, 2013
Employers expect health benefit costs per employee will rise…
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How Healthcare Reform is Easing Cancer Patients' Minds

October 21, 2013
Every October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month – an annual…
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10 Tips for Communicating the ACA to Employees

October 21, 2013
Information concerning the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is piling…
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The Latest Guidance on HRAs & FSAs Under Health Care Reform

October 15, 2013
On September 13, 2013, The Department of Treasury (IRS) and Department…
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#ACA #DOL #FSA #HRA #IRS
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HHS Model HIPAA Privacy Notices

October 2, 2013
The Office for Civil Rights and Office of the National Coordinator…
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COBRA Has Not Been Eliminated

September 25, 2013
From the desk of Fritz Teutsch, President of BASIC. COBRA…
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