From the monthly archives: April 2016
The federal agencies have finalized the new versions of the summary of benefits coverage (SBC) template. For all businesses, this template will be used starting for plan years beginning on or after April 1, 2017. Under the Affordable Care Act, group health plans and health insurance providers are now going to be required to provide a SBC to all plan participants during open enrollment for company benefit coverage. As per the Affordable Care Act, all businesses will now be required to provide additional information to their employees. Continue reading
A grant is nudging the nascent UNLV School of Medicine closer to its fundraising goals.
The United Health Foundation has awarded the school a $3 million grant to develop educational programs and three planned community clinics.
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Have you had a piece of construction equipment stolen? Have you had compressors, generators and other mobile equipment stolen that are left on a secure construction site or an unattended job site location? Continue reading
It is imperative for every home to check for potential fire hazards in the home as well as to create an emergency family evacuation and safety plan. Fire prevention by definition is a measure of practices directed toward the prevention and suppression of destructive fires. I recommend creating a fire prevention checklist and plan as a family, that way everyone is involved. Continue reading
Can you be charged with a crime for refusing to take a Breathalyzer test when stopped on suspicion of drunken driving? It’s hard to think of a constitutional rights question that affects more people. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will take it up, considering whether the Fourth Amendment right against unreasonable search and seizure protects your breath and your blood from a warrantless search. Continue reading
People who work remotely are happier, according to a new survey conducted by TinyPulse, an employee engagement firm. Continue reading
As health care spending sky rockets, the buzz of implementing wellness programs is becoming louder. Employers want to control health care spending, see higher productivity rates, and increase employee satisfaction while struggling to find the right program. I’ve heard their statements many times “We are still trying to figure it out,” and “people are not engaged.” Continue reading
Anyone who plans to make additional money as an Uber, Lyft or other ride-sharing service driver should be aware of the insurance gaps that may exist. Failure to consider them may expose the driver to unexpected consequences. One of the ride-sharing platforms states on its opening website page — “Signing up is easy — Sign up today and you’ll be on the road in no time. Plus, signing on takes less than 4 minutes. Don’t wait to start making great money with your car.” Continue reading
