How Much Paid Leave Can Employees Take?
This infographic from the DOL shares some quick tips about employee leave.
IRS Provides More Options for Unused Funds in Health FSAs and DCAPs
On May 12, 2020, the IRS announced more options with respect to unused amounts in health flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and dependent care assistance programs (DCAPs). These options allow employers to permit an extended period for incurring health FSA or DCAP expenses and health FSA carryovers of up to $550. This Legal Update summarizes the …
Returning to Work After the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Resource Guide for Employers
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has interrupted many businesses across the country. While it’s unclear how long COVID-19 will continue to affect organizations, many employers are looking to the future of employees returning to work. This resource guide can be used as a tool to create a return to work action plan in preparation for reopening …
IRS Provides More Options for Unused Funds in Health FSAs and DCAPs
On May 12, 2020, the IRS announced more options with respect to unused amounts in health flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and dependent care assistance programs (DCAPs). These options allow employers to permit an extended period for incurring health FSA or DCAP expenses and health FSA carryovers of up to $550. This Legal Update summarizes the …
COVID-19 Guidance for Section 125 Mid-year Election Change Rules
On May 12, 2020, the IRS released Notice 2020-29, which provides temporary flexibility for mid-year election changes under a Section 125 cafeteria plan during calendar year 2020. This Legal Update provides a brief summary of this relief.
Benefits Newsletter 5/13/20
In this issue: Federal Agencies Extend Deadlines for COBRA and Health Plan Claims, Appeals, and Special Enrollments DOL Releases New Model COBRA Notices Amid Wave of Litigation IRS Provides Additional Time to Contribute to HSAs IRS Reverses Course on the Application of Qualified Healthcare Expenses to the Employee Retention Tax Credit Educational Assistance Programs Allow …