The new California sick leave law went into effect July 1st but there are already modifications to the legislation that employers must be aware of in order to operate in compliance. AB 1522 was signed in September 2014, with a July 2015 effective date, and AB 304 was signed off just after the initial bill […]
Have you toyed with the notion of implementing a wellness program at your company but find yourself blocked by budget constraints? Wellness programs can help you save on healthcare costs, reduce employee turnover, and slash employee absenteeism. But if you’re a startup or a business that’s running lean, you may not have a lot of […]
No matter if your business is small or large, a startup or a seasoned enterprise, a quality Human Resources Information System (HRIS) is critical if you want to save time, save resources, and amp up productivity. Whether you’re looking at investing in your first HRIS platform or upgrading to a new, more robust one, this […]
As a startup, your company may be exploring new arenas, innovating, and changing the technology landscape and even the world. You want to focus on launching your technology, but you also have to deal with the practical aspects of starting up a new business and that includes obtaining insurance. You’ll need enough insurance to cover […]
As most employers know, the employee benefits world is in the midst of a significant transformation. Employee benefits are one of every company’s largest operating expenses, costs are rising, and navigating the complexities of healthcare can be a significant drain on HR and employees. In response to these issues, most companies and employees are looking […]
Craft breweries and microbreweries are rapidly growing in the Bay Area and all across the country, but it takes more than a love of hops for your beer business to thrive. The ABD Team knows all about the many risks and insurance concerns that intrepid brewmasters should consider as they’re starting up and growing their […]
In 2014, Ebola broke out in West Africa, devastating Liberia and Sierra Leone. American aid workers in the region were quickly evacuated and there was widespread concern regarding employees currently working in Africa. It wasn’t the first time American employees have had to leave a country due to a troublesome situation: over 2600 Americans from […]
Retaining the right talent is vital to the long-term health, success, and scalability of your business. In the Bay Area, losing technical talent at the wrong time can lead to significant delays in product launches and pose significant risks to your company’s viability. Even though many companies know retention is important, they are often unsure […]
The job market in 2015 is hot. According to a recent survey by The Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Department of Labor, professional and business services, hospitality, healthcare, construction, and more are experiencing an upward trend in employment and job openings with more than one-third of employers adding full-time, permanent employees in 2015.1 The CareerBuilder […]
The wait is over, and the results are in. Last Thursday and Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its rulings on two cases with enormous implications for employee benefit plans.
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