July 21, 2015
Does Your Wellness Plan Need a Checkup?
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July 13, 2015
Insuring Your Boat
A survey by one insurer found that 29 percent of all boat owners did not have a separate watercraft insurance policy. This could be a mistake.
Many boat owners mistakenly think their homeowners or personal auto policy will provide coverage; however, the standard homeowners policy limits property damage coverage for boats to $1,500—far less than the value of most recreational boats. Continue reading “Insuring Your Boat”
July 10, 2015
Will Medical Marijuana Send Your Employment Policies up in Smoke?
Twenty-two states and the District of Columbia now allow the medical use of marijuana. Colorado, Oregon and Washington have also legalized its recreational use and possession. How will this affect your employment policies?
Continue reading “Will Medical Marijuana Send Your Employment Policies up in Smoke?”
July 6, 2015
Intern-al Affairs
With the jobless rate for people ages 20 to 24 still higher than 10 percent, many college students might be willing to trade their time for an unpaid learning experience. But there is a legal difference between an employee and an intern. Knowing the difference can help you avoid breaking the law. Continue reading “Intern-al Affairs”
June 25, 2015
When Giving Impacts Your Retirement
Can you be too generous? A recent survey by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) found that providing financial support and/or unpaid care to family or friends can affect your retirement savings. Continue reading “When Giving Impacts Your Retirement”
June 23, 2015
Understanding the Claims Process, Part 2
Last month, we discussed some of the factors that determine whether a claim is covered. In this article, we’ll discuss plan design features that affect how much your plan will pay toward a covered claim. Continue reading “Understanding the Claims Process, Part 2”
June 17, 2015
10 Homeowner’s Insurance Problems; and How to Solve Them
The worst time to find out that you have no insurance, or inadequate insurance, is after a loss. If any of the following situations apply to you, a standard insurance program might not be enough. Continue reading “10 Homeowner’s Insurance Problems; and How to Solve Them”
June 15, 2015
Avoiding Pregnancy Discrimination Claims
The EEOC has had pregnancy discrimination on its radar screen for a while. A Supreme Court case, Young v. UPS, will likely bring more attention to the issue.
Many laws and regulations affect pregnancy and discrimination, disability, leave and accommodations. Continue reading “Avoiding Pregnancy Discrimination Claims”
June 10, 2015
Life Insurance Needs by the Decade
A large percentage of Americans are either uninsured or under-insured for life insurance. Employers that offer voluntary life insurance offer their employees a way toward a more secure financial future. Continue reading “Life Insurance Needs by the Decade”
June 5, 2015
Driver Safety for Employees
The following suggestions can help you avoid costly auto accidents among your employees who drive for work.
Driving—something that most adults do every day—is one of the most dangerous tasks you can assign a worker. Continue reading “Driver Safety for Employees”