Advantages to HR Outsourcing
HR outsourcing is becoming more and more popular, especially for small businesses. Recent studies have shown that over 40% of business outsource all or some of their HR needs, and this number continues to rise. What is driving companies to HR outsourcing rather than have their HR department in house? Find out the major benefits […]
The Importance of an Employee Handbook
Having and maintaining an employee handbook is a daunting task. With changing legislature and day-to-day business demands, the handbook is often the first things to fall through the cracks. But having a compliant and up-to-date handbook is highly important. Protect Your Company If an employment dispute occurs, you are at a severe disadvantage if you […]
Employee Paid Sick and Family Leave Compliance
Within the last three years, New Jersey has enacted both Employee Paid Sick Leave and Family Leave Insurance. If you have not included these in your employee handbooks, now is the time as these are highly influential labor laws that every employer in New Jersey should be ensure they comply with. Here is what you […]
The Top Challenges for Human Resources
Staffing has always been a top challenge for human resources departments. From the Great Resignation to the mental health issues to increased feelings of burnout, all companies have been feeling the pressure to attract and retain top talent. Explore the top challenges for human resources departments and how Eli Advisors can help! Strategies & Tactics […]
How to Create a COVID-19 Workplace Policy
Two years in, and COVID-19 continues to impact businesses and employees, and not for the better. The Pew Research Center reports that less than half of employees are satisfied with the steps their employers have taken to keep them safe from COVID-19. With continuous changes in policies and regulations, it can be hard for a small business […]
IRS Releases 2023 HSA Index Figures
IRS releases 2023 Health Savings Account (HSA) index figures and the maximum amount that may be made newly available for the plan year in an excepted Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released the new HSA index figures for 2023 and additional guidance on the tax treatment of dependent care benefits. […]
Employee Benefits Solutions that Won’t Break Your Budget
One of the biggest concerns of any business owner is the budget as it helps to ensure both you and your employees are taken care of, is a measure of growth and success, and is essential for business success. Often over 25% of a company’s budget dedicated to employee benefits. It can be easy to try […]
Transparency in Coverage Rule: Impact On Your Business
New Transparency in Coverage Rule for 2022 The Transparency in Coverage Rule will come into effect on July 1, 2022. The rule was passed by the US Department of Health & Human Services, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Treasury in 2020. The rule outlines that all health insurers and group health plans […]
New CDC Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines
The new CDC Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines certainly help get workers back sooner, but the CDC admits it is a combination of science and business need. So employers should carefully consider whether implementing the more aggressive return to work protocols are right given their situation. CDC Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines If You Test Positive for […]
Federal Extension of Form I-9: Flexibility Into 2022
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has passed a Federal Extension of Form I-9 compliance flexibility until April 30, 2022, due to necessary COVID-19 precautions. This extension continues to apply the guidance previously issued for employees hired on or after April 1, 2021, and who work exclusively in a remote setting due to COVID-19-related […]
