Ancillary benefits are health benefits offered by employers in addition to a standard health plan. Examples include dental, vision and accident/injury benefits, as well as non-insurance products such as retirement plans. Over the past few years, many employers have been working toward decreasing costs and limiting spending, so you may be wondering why you should […]
Franchising is an attractive way of doing business, there’s no doubt about it. Rather than relying on a new brand or concept to “take off,” franchisees utilize corporate image and power as a tool to expand their market share more rapidly and less expensively. With a brand that’s already recognized, franchise owners reap many benefits […]
What is ERISA? ERISA stands for the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and is enforced by the Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration. It is a federal law that sets minimum standards for pension plans in the private sector. As a Business Owner, Why Should I Care About ERISA? While ERISA does […]
It’s that time again – time to reflect on the past year and plan for the future. Whether you’re searching for an all-inclusive approach to managing your organization’s vendors in 2013, or just looking for a more cost-effective employee benefits plan, Employer Solutions Plus has you covered! Do you currently have a vendor budget? Establishing an […]
If you’re a medical practitioner, you’re probably well aware of HIPAA, but you may not be up to speed on every aspect surrounding HIPAA compliance. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) protects the privacy of individually identifiable health information. HIPAA also comprises of the HIPAA Security Rule, which sets national standards for the security […]
The time has come. You want to avoid tax penalties that can easily affect your bottom line, and stick to what you do best, which is not payroll! Selecting a payroll service provider will streamline the payroll process and significantly limit your personal investment of time and effort toward administrative tasks. But where does one […]
Are you a Tampa business owner foggy in the field of wage and hour compliance? You’re not alone. The United States Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) oversees the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in […]
Does your law firm operate in multiple states? If so, you’re well aware of the strict guidelines that come alongside practicing law in each particular court system. Each US state has its own court system and sets its own rules for bar admission, which can lead to different admission standards among states. For the owner […]
It’s no secret that lawyers work long hours at the office. These long hours often induce stress in many lawyer’s lives. As an employer, it’s important to be aware of this. Workplace stress often leads to workplace conflict. Although conflict in the workplace is not uncommon, dealing with conflict as an employer is never an easy task. […]
That’s right; a competitive employee benefits package has the power to differentiate you from fellow employers within your market or industry. An attractive benefits package can be an excellent way of retaining the talent you already have, and recruiting your market’s cream of the crop. In a great article released by Inc.com, “How to Build a […]