Legal Updates & Reminders April 6: The USCIS announced a speedy filling of the maximum number of both regular and advanced degree H-1B visa petitions for FY 2018. Results from the computer-generated lottery system to select the successful applicants will be known in the coming few months. March 28: The ‘Blacklisting Rule’ is voided by …
The closure of I-85 for an indefinite period of time presents many employers with a significant business issue. The Benefit Company is pleased to offer your organization resources to help you navigate the anticipated traffic delays and congestion. These resources could help mitigate the impact of the I-85 Bridge Collapse on your organization and employees. Federal tax …
In This Issue: Legal Updates & Reminders The EEOC has reported that for FY2016, there were 91,503 charges of discrimination filed. The top 3 types didn’t change from FY2015: Retaliation (45.9% of all charges); Race (35.3%); Disability (30.7%). For the first time, the EEOC also included detailed information about LGBT charges, resolving 1,650 cases and …
Carey Brown, Founder and Principal of The Benefit Company, traveled from Atlanta to Washington D.C. to participate in the National Association of Health Underwriters, (NAHU), 2017 Capitol Conference. Below is a brief update and review of his visit with legislators and National Employee Benefit leaders. On February the 11th thru the 15th, I attended the …
In This Issue: Workplace trends to be alert to in 2017 …….if they aren’t here yet, they could be coming! Did you know? Drug detection windows …….24, 48, 72 hours Answers to last month’s Quizzler ……. Important Record Retention Periods Updates: Jan. 31: OFCCP announced that the voluntary self-identification form for individuals with disabilities …
Updates: 20: Inauguration Day! Stay tuned to learn what President Trump does with some of the prior administration’s key pieces of legislation… 22: You must start using the new I-9 form! In This Issue: Electronically sending legal documents …..you want to, but can you?? Quizzler …..HR paperwork retention Workforce Motivators …..what each generation values! Legally-Required Paperwork: To …
On December 17, 2016, we Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve and their families, and Teach the future generations about the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms. It was a great honor for The Benefit Company to participate in the annual “Wreaths Across America” event which is centered in Arlington National Cemetery and occurs in …
In this issue: Flu Vaccination Questions: Here are some key questions about the vaccine with answers from the CDC. Go With the Flow: Aquatic Exercise: Water workouts have special advantages for exercisers. Healthy Choices, Healthy Pregnancy: Staying well throughout your pregnancy starts before conception, with knowledge and a positive lifestyle. Grocery Store Lessons: No matter …
Contribution & Benefit Limits 2016 Limit 2017 Limit Section 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) annual deferral $18,000 $18,000 SIMPLE plan annual deferral $12,500 $12,500 Section 415 maximums Annual benefit from defined $210,000 $210,000 benefit plan Annual additions to defined contribution plan $53,000 $54,000 Maximum IRA contribution $5,500 $5,500 Catch-up contribution limits Retirement plan $6,000 $6,000 SIMPLE plan …
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