Physician Practices Flexing Their Operating Model in Response to COVID-19

March 23, 2020

Many physician practices are expanding their telehealth capabilities in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. At the same time, they are rescheduling many routine appointments for several months from... Read more »

How to Create an Ergonomic Workspace (and a More Tension-Free Workday) in Your Home

March 20, 2020

The constant barrage of news coverage and COVID-19 statistics are enough to make anyone’s shoulders tense… but your remote work set-up shouldn’t! Some people are familiar with... Read more »

Apps to Encourage Wellbeing While at Working Remote

March 18, 2020

A commonly asked question in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is, how can we encourage our employees who are working remotely to stay physically AND mentally well while at home? Many companies... Read more »

Encouraging Employees to Stay Well While at Working Remote

March 18, 2020

A commonly asked question in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is, how can we encourage our employees who are working remote to stay physically AND mentally well while at home? Many companies are... Read more »

Is an Expansion of Emergency Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Paid Sick Leave on the Horizon?

March 16, 2020

Saturday night, the House of Representatives passed the “Families First Coronavirus Response Act.” The Bill still needs to pass the Senate and then be signed by President Trump, so plenty... Read more »

Coronavirus: Hope for the Best but Plan for the Worst

March 13, 2020

While employers (and individuals) should always hope for the best, it is always a good idea to plan for the worst. In this alert, your Alera Group, Inc. (“Alera”) team is providing... Read more »

How to Stay in Compliance When Employees Work Remotely

March 12, 2020

As telecommuting continues to gain popularity with it comes a new set of compliance challenges for businesses. Telecommuting occurs when employees do some or all of their work away from the... Read more »

Coronavirus & HSA Eligibility

March 11, 2020

With growing concern about the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States, carriers and states are working to ensure Americans have access to appropriate healthcare in the event they... Read more »

Background Checks: The Fine Line of Staying in Compliance

March 4, 2020

Background checks allow employers to get a clearer picture of an applicant’s job and personal history. So, what happens if you find out that the applicant has a criminal background or has been... Read more »

Travel Insurance for Peace of Mind

February 26, 2020

The last thing you want to think about when planning your dream vacation is canceling your trip. Still, it pays to plan ahead and travel insurance can be one of the most important items you... Read more »