Think back to a time when a former employee departed your company. Do you remember collecting their work phone and laptop? Did you happen to search their device–perhaps even their personal email? If so, you may have unwittingly violated the Stored Communications Act (SCA), a...
HIGHLIGHTS Applicable Laws Wellness programs that provide medical care must comply with: ERISA COBRA HIPAA privacy and security rules Examples of Medical Care Biometric screenings Immunizations Physical examinations Counseling services Links and Resources Department of Labor (DOL) website on ERISA health plans and benefits An Employer’s Guide to Group Health...
It’s no secret that your technology company depends on the capabilities of your computer systems to function. You should be aware that simple actions your employees take could be putting your company’s equipment and networks at risk of cyber crime, including cyber attacks, cyber theft...
Introduction You should always elect benefits during open enrollment to ensure you get the coverage you need. However, once you make your elections through a cafeteria or Section 125 plan, you are unable to change your elections until the plan year ends. But sometimes qualified life...
HIGHLIGHTS New York employers will be required to provide leave to employees whom they know are domestic violence victims. The leave must be for a reasonable amount of time and for specified purposes. An employer is excepted from the requirement if the leave would cause...
Portable hard drives, USB flash drives, memory cards and other types of removable media are vital for the quick storage and transportation of data. For many businesses, removable media can be used as backup storage for critical digital files or even free up additional storage...
This sample policy makes clear your company's stance on service animals. This can be a stand-alone policy or part of an employee handbook. This sample policy should be customized prior to use. Service Animal Policy In compliance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),...
The possibility of a costly abuse claim arising is a very real threat for organizations that provide care or services to vulnerable populations, including children, the disabled and the elderly. Abuse can take a variety of forms as it can be physical, emotional, sexual or...
LEGALIZED MARIJUANA AND EMPLOYMENT: OFF-DUTY USE AND DRUG TESTING HIGHLIGHTS STATE MARIJUANA LAWS DO NOT AFFECT EMPLOYERS’ RIGHTS TO: Prohibit employees from using marijuana at work or during work hours Prohibit employees from being under the influence of marijuana at work or during work hours Require employees...
Captive insurance programs, which are established to finance the risk of a parent group or groups and sometimes these groups’ customers, can provide advantages in risk management, insurance savings, wealth transfer and taxes. They are a form of alternative risk transfer used by major corporations,...