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Complying with the FMLA
n addition to providing eligible employees with leave for qualifying reasons, covered employers must maintain employees’ health benefits during leave and restore employees to their same (or equivalent) jobs after leave.
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Three Historic Rain Events Highlight Inland Flood Dangers
Three separate downpours across three states from July 25th to August 1st destroyed homes and businesses, killed crops and left at least 39 people dead. Each of these downpours was a one-in-a-thousand historic rainfall event, prompting climate experts to warn that the frequency and intensity of these storms are increasing.
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ACA Affordability Percentage Decreased Significantly for 2023
For plan years beginning in 2023, the Internal Revenue Service has announced that employer-sponsored coverage will generally be considered affordable if the employee's required contribution for the lowest cost self-only health plan offered does not exceed 9.12% of their household income for the year.
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New York State Launches Sexual Harassment Hotline
On July 19, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of a state-wide toll-free hotline for issues of workplace sexual harassment. 
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Beat the Heat
Don’t let the summer heat get the best of you. Consider the following tips to prevent heat-related illness:
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Are You Up to Date on Your Immunizations?
Vaccination protects against severe illnesses and complications of vaccine-preventable diseases. Learn more about the vaccinations you may need in this short article.
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988: America’s First Three-digit Mental Health Crisis Line
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (Lifeline) launches nationwide on July 16. Similar to dialing 911 for medical emergencies, people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis can call or text 988 and be connected immediately to trained counselors who will listen, provide support and connect them to resources if necessary.
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The Benefits of Telematics for Commercial Fleets
This Risk Insights provides an overview of telematics and the benefits that this technology can provide for your organization.
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OSHA Turns Up the Heat on Enforcement With New Heat Hazard Emphasis Program
On April 8, 2022, OSHA launched its National Emphasis Program (NEP) to protect workers from heat related hazards in indoor and outdoor workplaces. Through the program, OSHA will conduct workplace inspections aimed at identifying heat related hazards before workers suffer preventable injuries, illnesses or fatalities.
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Skin Cancer Prevention Techniques for Outdoor Workers
Skin cancer accounts for almost half of all cancers diagnosed in the United States every year. It is crucial to your employees’ health that they are protected from the sun while on the job. 
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