by Robin Bernstein | Oct 1, 2013 | Employment Law
The US Department of Labor affirmed there would be no fine or penalty for failing to provide the Notice to Employees of Coverage Options, often called the Marketplace Notice or Exchange Notice. However, with all the attention being paid in the media about the onset of...
by Robin Bernstein | Sep 16, 2013 | Employment Law
For tax years 2010 through 2013, small businesses could apply for a tax credit of up to 35% of the premiums paid (25 percent for small tax-exempt employers). For tax years 2014 or later, there are several changes being implemented: The maximum credit will increase...
by Robin Bernstein | Aug 28, 2013 | Announcements
Cover Oregon held an online chat this afternoon to answer questions about financial help. Next, they will be focusing on answering questions for small businesses. Sign up now to attend an in-person meeting to help small businesses learn about the new online...
by Robin Bernstein | Aug 12, 2013 | Employment Law
We recently posted an overview of the Individual Mandate provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that will require all individuals to purchase healthcare by January 1, 2014 or pay a tax penalty. While employers will be required to...
by Robin Bernstein | Aug 5, 2013 | Employment Law
Much attention has been paid recently to the delay of the PPACA Employer Mandate. However, that delay did not affect the Individual Shared Responsibility Provision (Individual Mandate) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). Less has been reported...