2025 Minimum Wage Changes
Whether rising wage requirements are in response to inflation, higher costs of living, constituent demand or a blend of factors, they affect employers.
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Snowplow Safety
Operating snowplows is a critical task, especially in regions prone to heavy snowfall. While these machines are essential for maintaining clear and safe roadways, they also pose significant risks if not operated safely.
Legal Alert: Updates to the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) from 2021
When the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the “CAA”) was enacted on December 27, 2020, it included a provision that prohibits group health plans and health insurance carriers from entering into certain agreements that, either directly or indirectly, restrict the release of certain information related to provider networks and de-identified encounter data, among other things.
Cyber Threats in Construction
By taking a proactive approach to cybersecurity and implementing the best practices outlined in this article, you can help protect your organization from a cyber attack and, if one occurs, minimize the impact on your business.
Do your Employees Understand How Much You Invest in Them?
Many employees are unaware of the extent of their employer’s investment in them. It’s easy to focus solely on the paycheck, but employee benefits often go well beyond pay.
OSHA Proposes New Heat Illness Standard to Protect Workers
OSHA has proposed a new standard, “Heat Injury andIllness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings.” It would apply to general, construction, maritime and agriculture employers.
Best Practices with Employee Reassignment
Employee reassignments have gained new fame by joining the “quiet” trend.
This trend already includes quiet quitting, quiet vacationing, quiet hiring and quiet firing. The Wall Street Journal coined the term”quiet cutting” to describe what happens when employers reassign rather than terminate an employee.
Legal Alert: IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2025
On October 22, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released released updates effecting FSAs and other benefit limits in 2025.
Understanding Contract Surety Bonds
In the realm of construction and development, contract surety bonds are indispensable tools that ensure the successful completion of projects.
Welcome Melissa Zornes to OneGroup!
Welcome Melissa Zornes to OneGroup! She has joined our team as Senior Vice President and Employee Benefits Practice Leader.