Category: Employers

What We’re Reading – September 2018 | PA Benefits Firm

Sep 28, 2018

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We scour the web for interesting and actionable HR news and information, so you don’t have to. Here are 10 curated stories that caught our attention this month. Please Say Yes In today’s tight labor market, it’s becoming increasingly common for candidates to turn down offers. There are three key changes you can make to…
Redesigned W-4 Form to Launch in 2020 | Pennsylvania Benefits Firm

Sep 26, 2018

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When will the new Form W-4 be released? In 2020, according to a press release published by the Treasury Department on September 20, 2018. The department announced that the IRS will implement a redesigned W-4 form for tax year 2020, a timeline that will allow for continued work to refine the new approach for the…
Healthcare Tax Repeal | Pennsylvania Benefits Firm

Sep 4, 2018

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LR Webber

in ACA, Affordable Care Act, change, Employees, Employers, Insurance, insurance trust, Latest News, laws, lr webber, President Trump, tax, tax cuts, tax law, taxes, tips, workers

Recently, the President signed a bill repealing the Affordable Care Act’s Individual Mandate (the tax penalty imposed on individuals who are not enrolled in health insurance). While some are praising this action, there are others who are concerned with its aftermath. So how does this affect you and why should you pay attention to this…
New Federal Contract Compliance Directives | Duncansville Benefits Firm

Aug 31, 2018

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LR Webber

in Department of Labor, DOL, Employees, Employers, equal employment, federal, federal law, Financial Planning, Financial Wellness, laws, OFCCP

On August 24, 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced the following three directives: Guidance for Contractor Compensation Practices: Directive 2018-05 clarifies the OFCCP’s approach to conducting compensation evaluations, supports compliance and compensation self-analyses by contractors, and improves compensation analysis consistency and efficiency during compliance evaluations. Contractor Recognition…
Social Media Tips Every Business Should Know | PA Benefits Advisors

Jul 27, 2018

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LR Webber

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Social media connects you to your audience. Follow these tips to engage with them even better!
Getting Married? Two Questions You Need to Ask Your Partner (but Probably Haven’t) | PA Benefits Agency

Jul 25, 2018

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LR Webber

in benefits, Disability Insurance, Employees, Employers, Financial Debt, Financial Planning, Financial Wellness, Insurance, Life Insurance

Getting married is a big leap. And you may be in the midst of a whole lot of planning—from when and where to have the wedding to whom to invite. But planning the wedding and honeymoon is just the start of your life together. As you start planning your future, don’t forget to put a…
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Life Insurance | Pennsylvania Benefit Consultants

Jul 18, 2018

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LR Webber

in benefits, Employees, Employers, Financial Planning, Financial Wellness, Life Insurance

Life insurance blah blah blah. Is that what you hear when someone mentions it as part of your new job’s employee benefits round-up or when you see something about it on TV or social media? Not to worry: we’ve got the low-down on what you need to know. And it’s really not as overwhelming (or…
Wearable Technology | PA Employee Benefit Advisors

Jul 10, 2018

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LR Webber

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Don’t lie–we ALL love gadgets. From the obscure (but hilariously reviewed on Amazon) Hutzler 571 Banana Slicer to the latest iteration of the Apple empire. Gadgets and technology can make our lives easier, make processes faster, and even help us get healthier. Businesses are now using the popularity of wearable technology to encourage employee wellness…
Pennsylvania Employment Law Update – July 2018 | PA Benefits Firm

Jul 5, 2018

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LR Webber

in compensation, Employees, Employers, equal employment, equal pay, governor, Wellness Programs, workers, Workplace

Equal Pay for Commonwealth Employees On June 6, 2018, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed Executive Order 2018-18-03 prohibiting commonwealth agencies from: Inquiring about a job applicant’s current compensation or compensation history at any stage during the hiring process; or Requesting that an applicant disclose current salary or salary history information. Applicants may also refuse to…
Is Fortnite Addiction Interfering with Your Workplace? | Duncansville Employee Benefits

Jun 12, 2018

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LR Webber

in benefits, Employees, Employers, fortnite, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, video games, Workplace

If you haven’t heard, the latest video game craze is Fortnite Battle Royale. This free multiplayer game can be played on both PC & Mac computers, Xbox, Playstation, and iOS devices. Fortnite is set on an island where a floating bus drops 100 players to gather materials to build fortresses and collect weapons in order…