Especially in the Internet age, our tendency is to independently research whatever we can before initiating any significant action. Sometimes this leads us down the path that ultimately generates action based on something we read online, without the benefit of ever speaking to someone. I would caution you of ever doing this when it impacts [...]
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Recently, a client called seeking advice about their responsibility in notifying employees of a possible health concern. An employee whose wife was diagnosed with Swine Flu came to work not feeling well and after spending some time in the office was sent home by management once the situation became known. The employer wanted to notify [...]
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This issue came up again today so I thought I’d put it out there for everyone. In California, most of our insurance policies are written to allow domestic partners- same sex and opposite sex. However, tax issues and COBRA both fall under Federal oversight and the Federal government does not recognize domestic partners. Domestic partners [...]