When people start decorating their homes and businesses with fake spiderwebs, inflatable monsters and spooky light displays, HR pros and third-party administers may get a sick feeling in the pit of their stomach. It’s not because they’re afraid of Halloween. It’s...
COBRA benefits can be denied to employees who are fired for gross negligence. However, to avoid legal challenges, it’s important to ensure that your termination qualifies, and to follow protocols carefully. DO understand what qualifies as gross negligence. The...
Under federal regulations, employers with 20 or more employers are subject to COBRA requirements. This is nothing new – COBRA has been around since 1985. What is new, however, is the question being raised by new a new law that makes it easier for small employers to...