As more countries move to de-escalate lockdown, it’s becoming clear that the largest ever experiment in working practices has borne fruit, and that for many people things will never be the same again. For example, a U.S. Census Bureau survey reveals that one-third of all American workers and half of all so-called “information workers” are able to work from home, and that … Read More
Make A Plan with Ready.gov
Make a plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find. Step 1: Put a plan together by discussing the questions below with your family, friends or household to … Read More
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS: THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT
PAID SICK LEAVE AND EXPANDED FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT On April 1st the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will take effect and require employers with less than 500 employees to provide sick leave and expanded family medical leave for reasons related to COVID-19. Employers must post a notice about the leave entitlements at each … Read More
WE NEED YOUR HELP TO PROVIDE N95 MASKS!
The Ryan Nece Foundation has purchased 600 N95 masks for Community Health Centers of Pinellas. Please donate today to help cover the cost of this life-saving equipment for those remaining on the front lines. Donate here: http://ryannecefoundation.com/donate/ We appreciate your willingness to help during this crisis! Together, let’s put the “Power of Giving” into action!
1% Surcharge for 2020 Florida Workers’ Compensation Policies
Starting January 1, 2020, new and renewal Florida workers’ compensation policies with effective dates beginning January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2020, will have a 1% surcharge to help provide a safety net for the state’s injured employees. The Florida Workers’ Compensation Insurance Guaranty Association (FWCIGA) pays the claims of injured employees if an insurance carrier becomes insolvent. The Florida … Read More
5 Tips for Driving in Wet Weather
Driving in wet or icy weather calls for extra caution but what exactly does that mean to you and me? It boils down to a few simple rules to follow each and every time you get behind the wheel. Before setting off, check your lights, wipers, and brakes are working correctly and that your tire pressures are set. Then follow … Read More
We Are Here For You
Hurricane Dorian is still a threat and will impact on our friends and families. Please know we are here for you. Below are some steps that will help you after a Hurricane whether it’s Dorian or another one: –Try to be patient. With thousands and thousands of claims being filed, it is going to take days before you may be … Read More
Florida’s Hurricane Sales Tax-Free Holiday Starts May 31
Hurricane season in Florida, generally defined as the six months from June 1 through Nov. 30, might easily be considered the most turbulent time of the year. When lawmakers approved a $121 million tax breaks package at the end of the legislative season, they also approved a tax “holiday” that overlaps with the start of the stormy season, in which … Read More
March is National Ladder Safety Month
Each year, more than 100 workers are fatally injured in ladder-related accidents, with thousands more suffering disabling injuries. Whether you’re on the job site or checking off your to-do list at home, keeping safety top of mind when using a ladder can help avoid a serious injury or even death. This year marks the third annual National Ladder Safety Month, presented … Read More
DOL Increases Penalties for FLSA, FMLA, OSHA Violations
As of Jan. 23, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) increased penalties for violating federal minimum wage, overtime, and posting and safety requirements. The increased monetary fines apply to penalties assessed under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). What’s the reason for the increase? The DOL … Read More