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What Employers Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA

What Employers Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA

As more people get vaccinated and workplaces reopen, employers should be aware of issues related to the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA, that may affect the return to the office. Understanding what is required of an employer covered by the ADA (generally, private employers with 15 or more employees) can help to make the return to the office safer for all concerned.

July 28, 2021 ・6 mins read

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 5: Looking Ahead and Preparing for the Future

As companies move from shelter in place to their new normal, it is important for leaders to remember that shelter in place may happen again. Many speculate that there could be another wave of COVID-19 cases this fall, perhaps at the same time as seasonal flu season begins to peak, and that public health officials could reinstate or renew shelter in place orders. Here are some recommendations on how you can prepare for the possibility of future shelter in place orders.

July 14, 2020 ・5 mins read

Employee Assistance Programs: Taking Care of Your Employees During COVID-19 - The Struggle is Real, but EAPs can Help Heal

During these unprecedented times, your employees may be dealing with a myriad of emotions such as stress, grief, uncertainty about the future and feeling isolated. As a business leader or a business owner, you may be considering providing resources to your employees that can help them navigate the current events.

July 1, 2020 ・3 mins read

COVID -19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 2 - Keeping Your Employees Safe in the Face of a Public Health Emergency

Recently we kicked off our blog series helping businesses transition their employees back to the workplace. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to this difficult process, through our blog series we hope to provide some guidance to help businesses during these unprecedented times. Today’s blog highlights some steps you need to take to monitor your employees’ health and manage a positive case in your workplace.

June 9, 2020 ・6 mins read

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What It Means for Your Small and Medium Size Business

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of uncertainty and concern for everyone across the globe. As a small and medium size business (SMB) owner you are likely facing challenges that are unique to those faced by larger corporations, and it’s also likely that you may be unsure about steps to take to protect and support your employees while ensuring you’re doing all the swiftly changing laws require.

March 19, 2020 ・9 mins read

How Small and Medium Size Businesses Can Prepare for the Impact of Covid-19 - Part 1

The spread of COVID-19 continues to cause uncertainty and it presents unique challenges for small and medium size businesses (SMBs). We have gathered the most pressing questions that are top of mind with our clients and business owners and will address them through our blog series.

March 12, 2020 ・7 mins read

Don’t Get Sued Because of Your Holiday Party: 6 Tips for Minimizing Risk and Keeping Employees Safe at Your Seasonal Soiree

While holiday parties are a fantastic way for colleagues to come together, unwind and enjoy each other’s company, they can also be fraught with risk for employers who aren’t careful. Every year we work with clients who, for one reason or another, find themselves in hot water after a holiday party. More often than not, these situations could have been prevented with some additional foresight.

January 24, 2019 ・6 mins read

Don’t Let a Natural Disaster Destroy Your Business Without a Fight. Here is What You Can Do, Starting Now, to Prepare

We have all recently witnessed how devastating natural disasters can be--destroying lives, businesses and property in an instant. The challenges to a business owner in the face of a natural disaster can quickly become overwhelming. Here are just a few actions small and midsize business (SMB) leaders should take before, during and after a natural disaster.

September 14, 2017 ・5 mins read

4 Budget-Friendly Corporate Wellness Tips

Many small businesses want to support their employees’ health but few have room in the budget to launch a big corporate-style wellness program. Here are four of my favorite low-cost, high-reward strategies for supporting healthy, active lifestyles for your employees:

June 30, 2017 ・4 mins read

An HR Practitioner's Guide to Happiness at Work

Here are a few tips for finding workplace happiness, wherever you are in your career.

May 18, 2017 ・4 mins read

Clear and Compassionate Approach is Key to Supporting Employees Dealing With Addiction Challenges During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic and sheltering in place may have created numerous triggers for people facing challenges caused by addictions, making it increasingly harder to overcome addiction or recognize concerning patterns for those who may be struggling. During the pandemic, many people are working remotely from home and are socially separated from coworkers, friends and family. This could create a feeling of isolation and loneliness, which could lead to a sense of hopelessness and depression potentially resulting in triggering addictive behaviors.

April 12, 2021 ・4 mins read

What you Need to Know About Employer Contributions to Employee Medicare

In today’s environment employees are choosing to delay retirement. According to Matthew Rutledge of Boston College’s Center for Retirement Research, employees are retiring three years later than they did in 1980’s.

March 17, 2021 ・6 mins read

Commemorating the ADA’s 30th Anniversary - Importance of Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture

The 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a great opportunity for businesses to review their recruiting and hiring practices to ensure that they are welcoming qualified persons with disabilities as an important step towards a more inclusive workplace culture.

July 23, 2020 ・6 mins read

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust

While some employers will take a more conservative approach to bringing employees back, others may consider transitioning workers to the workplace as soon as local government authorities and public health officials permit. Regardless of the timing, business leaders will need to take actions to help employees adjust to being back in the workplace to help ensure a smooth transition, with least disruption.

June 22, 2020 ・4 mins read

Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 1: Steps to Take to Create a Safe Environment

The question of when and how around the topic of transitioning back to the workplace is top of mind with many employers and business owners. And as businesses around the country consider reopening there are many factors to consider. Taking precautions and implementing necessary processes will help businesses keep their workplace safe and their employees feeling less anxious as they begin to return to the workplace.

May 20, 2020 ・8 mins read

How Small And Medium Size Businesses Can Prepare For The Impact Of Covid 19 - Part 2

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of uncertainty and concern for everyone across the globe. As a small and medium size business (SMB) owner you are likely facing challenges that are unique to those faced by larger corporations, and it’s also likely that you may be unsure about steps to take to protect and support your employees while ensuring you’re doing all the swiftly changing laws require.

March 15, 2020 ・7 mins read

Mental Health Parity: What Employers Need to Know

Mental health parity describes the equal treatment of mental health conditions and substance use disorders in insurance plans. It is important for business owners to be aware of laws around mental health parity to avoid contracting with an insurance carrier whose plan design does not meet the standard. True mental health parity may be a work in progress but as an employer, you can take steps to minimize the impact of mental health issues in the work environment.

January 24, 2019 ・4 mins read

What to Do About an Employee With a Substance Abuse Problem

Seventy percent of Americans who use illegal drugs are employed, and drug abuse costs their employers an estimated $81 billion a year, according to a report by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. Here are some suggestions for successfully dealing with an employee who has a substance abuse problem:

February 28, 2018 ・4 mins read

7 Tidy Ways to Keep Your Workspace Clean on a Budget

If you run a small or midsize business (SMB), there are ways to maintain a clean work environment without breaking the budget. Here are some tips for keeping your office space organized and in top form.

August 17, 2017 ・5 mins read

June is National Employee Wellness Month! Celebrate by Making Your Small Business Healthier and Happier with These Expert Tips

In honor of National Employee Wellness Month, TriNet HR experts share some of their best tips for implementing wellness into your workplace.

June 6, 2017 ・8 mins read

Want to Take a Summer Vacation? Here Are Some Expert Tools to Help You Manage Your Business From Afar

If you’re an entrepreneur with a growing business, the thought of taking time away from the office may sound like a total impossibility. Fortunately, with a little planning and preparation, you can take vacations while continuing to manage your employees. You just need to take a few steps ahead of time.

March 30, 2017 ・4 mins read

What Employers Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA

What Employers Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA

As more people get vaccinated and workplaces reopen, employers should be aware of issues related to the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA, that may affect the return to the office. Understanding what is required of an employer covered by the ADA (generally, private employers with 15 or more employees) can help to make the return to the office safer for all concerned.

July 28, 2021 ・6 mins read

Clear and Compassionate Approach is Key to Supporting Employees Dealing With Addiction Challenges During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic and sheltering in place may have created numerous triggers for people facing challenges caused by addictions, making it increasingly harder to overcome addiction or recognize concerning patterns for those who may be struggling. During the pandemic, many people are working remotely from home and are socially separated from coworkers, friends and family. This could create a feeling of isolation and loneliness, which could lead to a sense of hopelessness and depression potentially resulting in triggering addictive behaviors.

April 12, 2021 ・4 mins read

What you Need to Know About Employer Contributions to Employee Medicare

In today’s environment employees are choosing to delay retirement. According to Matthew Rutledge of Boston College’s Center for Retirement Research, employees are retiring three years later than they did in 1980’s.

March 17, 2021 ・6 mins read

Commemorating the ADA’s 30th Anniversary - Importance of Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture

The 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a great opportunity for businesses to review their recruiting and hiring practices to ensure that they are welcoming qualified persons with disabilities as an important step towards a more inclusive workplace culture.

July 23, 2020 ・6 mins read

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 5: Looking Ahead and Preparing for the Future

As companies move from shelter in place to their new normal, it is important for leaders to remember that shelter in place may happen again. Many speculate that there could be another wave of COVID-19 cases this fall, perhaps at the same time as seasonal flu season begins to peak, and that public health officials could reinstate or renew shelter in place orders. Here are some recommendations on how you can prepare for the possibility of future shelter in place orders.

July 14, 2020 ・5 mins read

Employee Assistance Programs: Taking Care of Your Employees During COVID-19 - The Struggle is Real, but EAPs can Help Heal

During these unprecedented times, your employees may be dealing with a myriad of emotions such as stress, grief, uncertainty about the future and feeling isolated. As a business leader or a business owner, you may be considering providing resources to your employees that can help them navigate the current events.

July 1, 2020 ・3 mins read

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust

Transitioning Back to the Workplace – Part 4: Helping Employees Adjust

While some employers will take a more conservative approach to bringing employees back, others may consider transitioning workers to the workplace as soon as local government authorities and public health officials permit. Regardless of the timing, business leaders will need to take actions to help employees adjust to being back in the workplace to help ensure a smooth transition, with least disruption.

June 22, 2020 ・4 mins read

COVID -19: Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 2 - Keeping Your Employees Safe in the Face of a Public Health Emergency

Recently we kicked off our blog series helping businesses transition their employees back to the workplace. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to this difficult process, through our blog series we hope to provide some guidance to help businesses during these unprecedented times. Today’s blog highlights some steps you need to take to monitor your employees’ health and manage a positive case in your workplace.

June 9, 2020 ・6 mins read

Transitioning Back to The Workplace – Part 1: Steps to Take to Create a Safe Environment

The question of when and how around the topic of transitioning back to the workplace is top of mind with many employers and business owners. And as businesses around the country consider reopening there are many factors to consider. Taking precautions and implementing necessary processes will help businesses keep their workplace safe and their employees feeling less anxious as they begin to return to the workplace.

May 20, 2020 ・8 mins read

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What It Means for Your Small and Medium Size Business

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of uncertainty and concern for everyone across the globe. As a small and medium size business (SMB) owner you are likely facing challenges that are unique to those faced by larger corporations, and it’s also likely that you may be unsure about steps to take to protect and support your employees while ensuring you’re doing all the swiftly changing laws require.

March 19, 2020 ・9 mins read

How Small And Medium Size Businesses Can Prepare For The Impact Of Covid 19 - Part 2

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of uncertainty and concern for everyone across the globe. As a small and medium size business (SMB) owner you are likely facing challenges that are unique to those faced by larger corporations, and it’s also likely that you may be unsure about steps to take to protect and support your employees while ensuring you’re doing all the swiftly changing laws require.

March 15, 2020 ・7 mins read

How Small and Medium Size Businesses Can Prepare for the Impact of Covid-19 - Part 1

The spread of COVID-19 continues to cause uncertainty and it presents unique challenges for small and medium size businesses (SMBs). We have gathered the most pressing questions that are top of mind with our clients and business owners and will address them through our blog series.

March 12, 2020 ・7 mins read

Mental Health Parity: What Employers Need to Know

Mental health parity describes the equal treatment of mental health conditions and substance use disorders in insurance plans. It is important for business owners to be aware of laws around mental health parity to avoid contracting with an insurance carrier whose plan design does not meet the standard. True mental health parity may be a work in progress but as an employer, you can take steps to minimize the impact of mental health issues in the work environment.

January 24, 2019 ・4 mins read

Don’t Get Sued Because of Your Holiday Party: 6 Tips for Minimizing Risk and Keeping Employees Safe at Your Seasonal Soiree

While holiday parties are a fantastic way for colleagues to come together, unwind and enjoy each other’s company, they can also be fraught with risk for employers who aren’t careful. Every year we work with clients who, for one reason or another, find themselves in hot water after a holiday party. More often than not, these situations could have been prevented with some additional foresight.

January 24, 2019 ・6 mins read

What to Do About an Employee With a Substance Abuse Problem

Seventy percent of Americans who use illegal drugs are employed, and drug abuse costs their employers an estimated $81 billion a year, according to a report by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. Here are some suggestions for successfully dealing with an employee who has a substance abuse problem:

February 28, 2018 ・4 mins read

Don’t Let a Natural Disaster Destroy Your Business Without a Fight. Here is What You Can Do, Starting Now, to Prepare

We have all recently witnessed how devastating natural disasters can be--destroying lives, businesses and property in an instant. The challenges to a business owner in the face of a natural disaster can quickly become overwhelming. Here are just a few actions small and midsize business (SMB) leaders should take before, during and after a natural disaster.

September 14, 2017 ・5 mins read

7 Tidy Ways to Keep Your Workspace Clean on a Budget

If you run a small or midsize business (SMB), there are ways to maintain a clean work environment without breaking the budget. Here are some tips for keeping your office space organized and in top form.

August 17, 2017 ・5 mins read

4 Budget-Friendly Corporate Wellness Tips

Many small businesses want to support their employees’ health but few have room in the budget to launch a big corporate-style wellness program. Here are four of my favorite low-cost, high-reward strategies for supporting healthy, active lifestyles for your employees:

June 30, 2017 ・4 mins read

June is National Employee Wellness Month! Celebrate by Making Your Small Business Healthier and Happier with These Expert Tips

In honor of National Employee Wellness Month, TriNet HR experts share some of their best tips for implementing wellness into your workplace.

June 6, 2017 ・8 mins read

An HR Practitioner's Guide to Happiness at Work

Here are a few tips for finding workplace happiness, wherever you are in your career.

May 18, 2017 ・4 mins read

Want to Take a Summer Vacation? Here Are Some Expert Tools to Help You Manage Your Business From Afar

If you’re an entrepreneur with a growing business, the thought of taking time away from the office may sound like a total impossibility. Fortunately, with a little planning and preparation, you can take vacations while continuing to manage your employees. You just need to take a few steps ahead of time.

March 30, 2017 ・4 mins read

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