Risk Briefs
NOAA predicts above-average hurricane activity for seventh consecutive year
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its predictions for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. For the seventh consecutive year, forecasters are predicting above-average storm activity.
DHS proposes Form I-9 overhaul and extends pandemic-related compliance flexibilities
The Department of Homeland Security is proposing an overhaul of its Employment Eligibility Verification form a/k/a Form I-9.
New law ends forced arbitration of sexual harassment claims
A new federal law prohibits employers from forcing employees to arbitrate sexual harassment claims.
Florida Issues Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Child Care Facilities
On February 24, 2022, Florida's Department of Health made significant changes to its COVID-19 guidance for child care facilities.
How do you know if your identity has been stolen?
When identity theft does happen, early detection is the key to limiting the damage. The sooner you know, the better. But, how do you know when your identity has been stolen?
EEOC Enforcement Activity Increasing, Approaching Pre-Pandemic Levels
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s enforcement capabilities are returning to pre-pandemic levels
Florida’s New Reporting Requirement Forces Businesses to Track Payments to Individual Contractors
Did you know that Florida businesses must report individual independent contractors who are paid $600 or more in a calendar year?
CDC Shortens COVID Isolation and Quarantine Periods for General Population
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shortened the recommended isolation and quarantine periods for anyone in the general public who is exposed to COVID-19.
EEOC Updates COVID Guidance to Address Pandemic-Related Workplace Retaliation
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 technical assistance to address retaliation in pandemic-related employment situations.
Great News! Florida’s Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates Decreasing in 2022
Florida’s Office of Insurance Regulation approved an overall average statewide decrease of 4.9 percent for workers’ compensation premiums beginning January 1, 2022.
Affordable Care Act: Will Your Group Health Plan be “Affordable” in 2022?
The IRS announced that the Affordable Care Act’s affordability threshold for employer-sponsored group health plans will be 9.61 percent in 2022
OSHA Imposes Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Policy on Employers with 100+ Employees
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced a new emergency temporary standard to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. How will this affect your workplace?
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