Tax Credits for Voluntary Employer-Paid Sick and Family Leave Expanded and Extended through September 30th Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan of 2021 into law. After several modifications by the House and Senate, the final version of the American Rescue Plan includes an extension of the tax credits for employer-paid sick leave and family leave through September 30, 2021. In general, this extends the…

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DOL Issues New Rule for Determining Independent Contractor Status

DOL Issues New Rule for Determining Independent Contractor Status

*On May 5, 2021 the Department of Labor issued a new Final Rule that withdrew this Rule. The Rule was never made effective before it was withdrawn. This withdrawal was expected with the change in administration. Employers should continue to rely on the previous “totality of the circumstances” economic realities test that has been used…

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Stimulus Bill Impact on FFCRA Paid Leave and Tax Credits

Stimulus Bill Impact on FFCRA Paid Leave and Tax Credits

On December 27, 2020, President Trump signed into law a new coronavirus stimulus bill that includes provisions which modify and extend certain parts of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).  The FFCRA was set to expire on December 31, 2020.  The new stimulus bill does not require employers to continue FFCRA paid leave benefits. …

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EEOC Provides Updated Technical Guidance Addressing COVID-19 Vaccinations

EEOC Provides Updated Technical Guidance Addressing COVID-19 Vaccinations

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has continued to provide guidance for employers regarding how to handle various workplace situations. The EEOC updated its technical assistance questions and answers on December 16, 2020 to address concerns related to COVID-19 vaccinations that have recently become available.  One of the first questions employers…

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