COVID-19 Resources Archives

Balance Point Team
December 24, 2020

Ask the BPHR Advisor: Will the FFCRA leave be extended?

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There has been speculation that the FFCRA leave would be extended beyond December 31, 2020. We answer this question based on the latest, available information.

Balance Point Team
October 29, 2020

Executive Order Protecting NJ’s Workforce During COVID-19

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On October 28th, Governor Murphy signed an executive order that provides mandatory health and safety standards to protect New Jersey employees in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Balance Point Team
August 29, 2020

Executive Order Deferring Employee Social Security Tax: What You Need to Know

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On August 28th, the IRS issued some guidance on President’s Trump executive order from August 8th deferring employee social security tax. Here’s what you need to know.

Balance Point Team
August 18, 2020

Protecting Your Business from FFCRA Violations

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The Department of Labor has stepped up enforcement actions related to the FFCRA. Familiarizing yourself with the law’s provisions is the first step in ensuring compliance.

Balance Point Team
August 14, 2020

Ask the BPHR Advisor: Maintaining Employees’ Privacy During the Pandemic

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In this Q&A, BPHR’s Director Lisa tackles how employers can protect the health and safety of their workers during the pandemic, while maintaining the privacy of their medical information.

Balance Point Team
June 30, 2020

How to Make the Most of Remote Work

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The workforce might look a bit different these days. Remote teams and flexible schedules have increased in popularity since COVID-19. Here are some ways to make the most of working remotely.

Balance Point Team
June 24, 2020

Ask the BPHR Advisor: Recalling Employees to Work

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Are you reopening your business? What if your employees don’t feel safe coming back to work? Lisa addresses how you should respond.

Balance Point Team
June 16, 2020

Company Culture and the New Normal

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Company culture has always been an important part of an organization’s success, but COVID-19 will certainly reshape the efforts for every business. Here’s a look at what company culture may look like as businesses begin to reopen.

Communicating with Your Furloughed Employees In A Crisis

Balance Point Team
June 9, 2020

Communicating with Furloughed Employees In A Crisis

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As an employer, you can’t erase the inevitable pain that furloughs cause employees. But you can properly manage the transition so that employees remain engaged and connected.

Balance Point Team
June 5, 2020

New Law Eases Paycheck Protection Program Requirements

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President Trump signed into law a bill that gives small business owners more flexibility when using Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds and applying for loan forgiveness. Here’s what you need to know.

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