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A 2018 Train Wreck Coming?
I think we have a train wreck coming. As you may know, in 2018 the health care Cadillac Tax will be implemented. The Cadillac Tax is the 40% tax an employer will be forced to pay on any health coverage plan costing over $10,200 for an individual and $27,500 for a family. Now, some will argue only a few plans will be targeted. They say only the ridiculous, gold-plated plans of the fabulously wealthy will … Read entire article »
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A 2018 Train Wreck Coming?
I think we have a train wreck coming. As you may know, in 2018 the health care … Read more »
Still Time to Review the New California Laws for 2012
Is it just me, or does it seem 2012 is flying by faster than most years? I’m still catching up on my reading for last year, and it’s already tax time. At any … Read more »
The Oakland Violence and Bullying Linked?
The recent tragedy in Oakland, where seven people were shot to death at Oikos University, may have … Read more »
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What You Need to Know About Floating Holidays
Floating holidays are a popular benefit with employees, but to avoid problems there are a few things … Read more »
Part 2: Preferred Employers Insurance Company – A Case Study of a Corporation Gone Wrong
Note: this is Part 2 in the case study of Preferred Employers Insurance Company. Part 1 is … Read more »
Part 4: Preferred Employers Insurance Company – A Case Study of a Corporation Gone Wrong
Once Chrysti Corkill came to me with her doctor’s note, everything changed. She was now eligible for … Read more »
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Still Time to Review the New California Laws for 2012
Is it just me, or does it seem 2012 is flying by faster than most years? I’m still catching up on my reading for last year, and it’s already tax time. At any rate, in case you missed it, HR California CalChamber recently published an overview of the new 2012 California laws affecting employers. The new laws cover issues ranging from credit checks, pregnancy disability leave, and pay and commission agreements, to banning discrimination based on “genetic information,” or “gender expression.” The CalChamber overview of the new 2012 laws can be downloaded here. Possibly Related Posts: A 2018 Train Wreck Coming? The Oakland Violence and Bullying Linked? Part 20: The Final Chapter The Magic Word A Curious Statement, Indeed … Read entire article »
The Oakland Violence and Bullying Linked?
The recent tragedy in Oakland, where seven people were shot to death at Oikos University, may have a link to bullying behavior. The alleged shooter, One Goh, had been upset about teasing from classmates over his poor English skills, according to Oakland Police Chief Howard Jordan. Just recently, SHRM published its report on workplace bullying. Although the Goh incident occurred at … Read entire article »
Part 20: The Final Chapter
It was November 4, 2010, and as arranged I met with Sheryl Willert at the Mission Valley Hilton from 8:00am to 11:30am. She made it clear to me from the get-go that, “I am not your lawyer.” We discussed my “allegations” with the exception of Chrysti Corkill’s case. Each time I mentioned anything about the Chrysti Corkill case she glossed … Read entire article »