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Explore the BASIC blog to read about important HR news and other Human Resources topics including regulatory updates, employee benefits discussion, employer tips, and so much more.


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Social Media Under Fire as an Employment Screening Tool

November 12, 2012
California has just joined Illinois and Maryland in putting an…
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Tracking is Key for Flexible Employee Work Schedules

November 12, 2012
The percentage of companies that permit or encourage flexible…
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Pay for Holiday Closures?

October 11, 2012
When a company decides to close on Thanksgiving Day or for the…
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IRS Creates Chart to Aid Form W-2 Reporting Compliance

October 11, 2012
The IRS has created a chart that illustrates the types of coverage…
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We've Got the BASICS of FMLA Covered

October 11, 2012
Even the best HR staff can miss a small detail. Fortunately,…
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BASIC FSA Client Notice: $2,500 Cap

October 11, 2012
For BASIC FSA clients, starting with plans that begin 1/1/2013…
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Offer FSA Solutions to Your Employees, Worry-Free

September 18, 2012
The benefits of a FSA account are clear; your employees enjoy…
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BASIC's Certified Customer Service Representatives

September 18, 2012
BASIC's Customer Service Representatives have always been industry…
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What It Means If Your Health FSA Is Not An “Excepted Benefit”

September 14, 2012
An “excepted benefit”  is a label and classification that…
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Department of Labor Attempts to Make FMLA More Accessible

August 13, 2012
According to the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division…
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The Supreme Court Adds Clarity to a Much Disputed Overtime Pay Issue

August 13, 2012
In a closely watched case, Christopher v. SmithKline Beecham…
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Healthcare Tax Changes that Remain in Place

August 13, 2012
On June 28, the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of…
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Job Descriptions: A Smart Move -- But Only If Done Correctly

August 13, 2012
The benefits of having a good system of employee job descriptions…
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Six Issues for Businesses to Consider When Managing Remote Employees

August 13, 2012
Allowing employees to work from home can provide significant…
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New Version of BASIC Guru

July 23, 2012
For Immediate Release New Version of BASIC Guru Enables Agents,…
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Are You Prepared for a COBRA Audit?

July 18, 2012
After nearly a decade, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has…
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Business Values and the 'Baby Boomer Effect'

July 16, 2012
It has been estimated that in the next five years or so, more…
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Five Common and Avoidable FMLA Mistakes

July 16, 2012
Below are five mistakes that Chris Stoddard, BASIC's FMLA Specialist,…
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The Necessities of a Safety Manual

July 16, 2012
Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace environment…
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Employees Can Still Save on Health Care Expenses With a Second FSA!

June 27, 2012
Starting in 2013, there is a new limit of $2,500 on the pre-tax…
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