As we’re nearing the end of 2016, big changes appear to be on the horizon. Our President-Elect Donald Trump has been selected as the 45th President and while his plans …
November 2016
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Affordable Care Act
That Spike In Premium Rates Probably Won’t Affect Your Marketplace Plan
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenFear of premium hikes comes with good reason. As those looking to renew their health plans from the Federal Healthcare Insurance Marketplace Exchange (Federal Exchange) under the Affordable Care Act …
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ACA ComplianceEqual Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
What Will Happen Next With The Gig Economy?
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenIndependent contractors have gone from side help for employers to the backbone of many companies. The “gig” economy as it’s now called, includes any of said contractors who work within …
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Affordable Care ActRegulations
The Verdict On UK’s Uber Employee Classification Case Is “Groundbreaking”
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenUber has proven to be both a gift and a curse over the years. While the mobile car service app appears to have cornered a market previously held by more …
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ACA CompliancePenaltiesReporting
ACA’s 2016 Penalties Are Estimated to Near $31 Billion
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenOver the course of 2016, the ACA Times has reported on ways for employers to comply with mandates of the Affordable Care Act in an effort to avoid paying large …
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ACA Compliance
ACA Reporting Extension & Good Faith Relief From Penalties
by Robert Sheenby Robert Sheen2017 is just around the corner, and there’s news from the IRS on important changes. The IRS’s Notice 2016-70, arriving in IRB 2016-49 dated December 5, 2016, highlights some of …
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Affordable Care ActHealth Care CoverageRegulations
New Regulations Redefine Short-Term, Limited Duration Insurance
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenWhile the nation was preoccupied with the 2016 Presidential Election, Congress was pushing on with more finalized regulations involving the Affordable Care Act. Last month, the Departments of the Treasury, …
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Applicable Large Employer (ALE)Reporting
A Vital Infographic For All ALEs
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenThe IRS has released a 7-point breakdown of pertinent information for Applicable Large Employers or “ALEs” in anticipation of the upcoming deadline for information reporting for the 2016 tax year. …
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ACA ComplianceOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)Regulations
ACA Retaliation Claims: The Final Verdict Comes From OSHA
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenUnder the Affordable Care Act, employees unable to afford the minimum essential coverage from employers are possibly eligible for Premium Tax Credits from the Health Insurance Marketplace to assist in …
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2016 Presidential ElectionACA ComplianceReporting
With Trump Election Employers Still on Hook for 2016 ACA Reporting
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenWith the stunning election of Donald Trump as President comes a serious question of what happens to the Employer Mandate under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as “Obamacare.” …
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Affordable Care ActReporting
Know Your Dates Or Face Penalties: An Infographic
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenWe are nearing the end of the 2016 tax year, and with it comes the inevitable document filings come early 2017. As per the ACA, many key dates are mandated …
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Affordable Care ActRegulations
The Nondiscrimination Provision of the ACA: What To Know
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenFinal rules implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act was published on May 18, 2016, and go into effect on July 18, 2016. However, any changes to applicable health …
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ACA ComplianceForm 1094-CForm 1095-C
New Instructions For Forms 1094-C and 1095-C: An Infographic
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenAs the IRS released the final forms for 2016 Form 1094-C (Transmittal of Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage Information Returns) and 2016 Form 1095-C (Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and …
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Affordable Care ActHealth Care CoverageTax Filings
ACA Compliance Difficulties? The 1940’s Started it All.
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenThis past tax year, many employers experienced a whole new dimension to documenting and reporting information about their employees to the government. With the Affordable Care Act mandating that full-time …
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Affordable Care ActHealth Care Coverage
Will ColoradoCare replace the ACA?
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenNovember 8th is right around the corner. And while the onus of the day is placed on electing our next President, Colorado residents will have something else to ponder in …
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Affordable Care Act
A Quick Update On The ACA From The ABA’s Health and Welfare Benefit Plans National Institute
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenOn October 6th and 7th, officials from several governmental departments—including the Treasury Department—gathered in Washington, D.C. for the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Health and Welfare Benefit Plans National Institute. Officials …
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ACA CompliancePenalties
ACA Employer Mandate Penalties Over The Next Ten Years Projects Billions
by Robert Sheenby Robert SheenACA, compliance is serious business. Failure to comply with the requirements and deadlines set forth by the Affordable Care Act can lead to big penalties. These penalties are so big, …