The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), signed into law March 11, 2021, provides a 100% subsidy of premiums for employer-sponsored group health insurance continued under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 (COBRA) and similar state continuation of coverage (mini-COBRA) programs.
American Rescue Plan Contains Employment-related Provisions
President Joe Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) into law on March 11, 2021. Along with providing financial relief for individuals, state and local governments, schools, businesses and for other purposes, the law contains the following measures of special interest to employers and their employees.
Schauer Group announces new executive leadership team
Schauer Group, Inc. has announced that Joseph D. Schauer has been named president and chief executive officer of the 102-year-old company. Schauer represents the fourth generation of the region’s innovative risk management, business insurance and human capital services firm. In addition, Aimee Belden, Taylor Schauer and Bryan Schauer have been named to executive leadership positions.
Preventing Distracted Driving
This short video includes tips that can help drivers avoid dangerous distractions on the road.
Proper Password Management
Proper password management reduces the risk of compromise of password-based authentication systems.
Wearing Facial Coverings or Masks in the Workplace During COVID-19
Schauer Group recommends employers familiarize themselves with best practices related to masks and face coverings in the workplace—including any state-specific guidelines—to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Planning for Retirement
It is never too early to start planning for retirement. Schauer Group suggests considering this retirement checklist.
Wrap-up Insurance Programs for Construction Projects
Schauer Group suggests project owners and general contractors turn to a wrap-up insurance program for construction projects to manage their risks.
Cyber Security for Your Small Business
Recent surveys suggest that many small business owners are still operating under a false sense of cyber security.
The Costs and Drivers of Directors & Officers Liability Insurance
At Schauer Group, we believe that directors and officers liability (D&O) insurance is a fundamental component of any company’s risk management program.