The CARES Act and its Impact on Health Plans
On March 27, 2020, the third major piece of legislation relating to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic was signed in law. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and […]
Congress Passes CARES Act In Response to COVID-19 Crisis, Contains 401(k) Ease-of-Access and Other Provisions
On March 27, 2020, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act, the third piece of recent legislation passed in response […]
401(k) Plans in the Age of COVID-19 – Hardship Withdrawals, Loans, Contributions, and Other Issues
In the midst of the global health crisis generally known as the “Coronavirus” or “COVID-19,” employers and employees alike are faced with challenges that would […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Regulatory Resources for Employee Benefit Plans
The past week has brought an onslaught of changes for the world, including changes in U.S. federal legislation to address the COVID-19 pandemic. ComplianceDashboard has […]
Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Impact on Employers
In response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the Act or FFCRA) was passed by Congress and signed into law […]
Medical Practice Settles $100,000 for Potential HIPAA Breach
To settle potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Steven A. Porter, M.D., P.C., (the Practice) has agreed to pay $100,000 […]
IRS Permits COVID-19 Testing & Treatment with Low-to-No Deductible to Support Public Health
To promote access to testing & treatment for public health & safety, and to alleviate worry for those covered by High Deductible Health Plans (“HDHPs”) […]
ACA Challenge Will Be Heard by SCOTUS in 2020
To mark the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”)’s 10 year-anniversary, the Supreme Court of the United States (the “Supreme Court” or “SCOTUS”) has agreed to hear […]
Health & Welfare Plans: First Quarter Reminders
The helter-skelter of the holiday season is over & Spring is just around the corner! In the world of health & welfare benefits, let’s remember […]