New Flexible Spending Account Notification Requirements for California Employers Effective January 1, 2020
California Assembly Bill 1554 will require employers to notify an employee who participates in a Flexible Spending Account …
False Advertising, Mislabeling and Trademark Infringement—Commercial Liability Pitfalls Your Dietary Supplement or CBD Business Needs to Know
When it comes to securing proper coverage, the topics of false advertising, mislabeling and trademark infringement are notoriously …
As Online Platforms like Shopify Welcome CBD and Hemp Sales, Here’s What Retailers Need to Know about Product Liability
Shopify, the nation’s third-largest online shopping platform, announced recently that it would open its doors to cannabidiol (CBD) …
Cannabis, CBD and Vape Product Liability Insurance—Is Your Business Protected?
In light of recent news, businesses that manufacture, sell or distribute products containing cannabis or cannabidiol (CBD) intended …
Final Rule Released—U. S. Department of Labor: White Collar Exemption and Overtime
The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued their final rule raising overtime requirements for the first time since …
So You Just Got An MLR Rebate Check—Now What?
So you’ve just received a mysterious check from your health insurance carrier, with likely little to no explanation …
Medicare Part D Advisory: Sponsors of Prescription Drug Plans Must Provide Notices Prior to October 15 Each Year
Who must comply: Regardless of size, employers that sponsor a group health plan that covers prescription drugs.
Deadline …
California SB 778 Delays Expanded Sexual Harassment Training Requirements to January 1, 2021
Employers who have not yet implemented the new training requirements discussed in our original blog post back in …
Departments Adopt Non-Enforcement Policy on Drug Manufacturer Coupons
Employers received welcome guidance regarding a line in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 2020 Notice …
Seven Steps to Help Your Business Become Earthquake Resilient
California is praised for its natural beauty, comfortable climate and vibrant culture (and the list goes on).
Even …
California Expands Definition of Domestic Partner, Dropping Age 62 Requirement for Opposite-Sex Couples
On July 30, 2019, Governor Newsom signed AB 30 into law, altering the definition of domestic partners that …
2020 Affordability Percentage Released for Employers
In Revenue Procedure 2019-29, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) decreased the affordability percentage from 9.86 percent to 9.78 …
