You are probably having COVID-19 (coronavirus) information coming at you from all directions and a variety of sources. From the government, to news outlets, your doctor’s office and even your grocery store, everyone seems to have something to say about this disease. And while you just want to do what’s right for you, your family and your business, it can get confusing—leaving you unsure what turn to take.
That’s why it’s critical to have timely and accurate information from trustworthy, reliable sources.
Avitus Group is here to support you, your employees and your company in any way we possibly can. Your business is OUR business, and we are taking every reasonable measure to make sure we get your payroll processed, questions answered, and needs served today and in the future.
The information bulletins on this page come from the same credible sources we rely on daily in guiding our own business decisions. We are making them available to you for your benefit. We will post new bulletins as soon as we receive them so we can keep the information as current as possible—and we’ll remove outdated bulletins to reduce confusion.
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on Monday, June 15, 2020 that it has reopened its Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program to all
The Department of Labor has issued new guidance to states on the Short-Time Compensation (STC) program provisions in the CARES Act. Section 2108 of the
The Small Business Administration (“SBA”) announced this week that the EIDL program is accepting applications again but on a limited basis. The Paycheck Protection Program
Small business owners with a pending Payroll Protection Plan loan deposit are eligible to defer the Social Security tax payment until they receive those funds.
The CARES Act includes options for employers to continue paying their employees; however, choosing the right one for your business can be challenging. This NAPEO
On Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Avitus Group conducted an online webinar for business owners featuring Natalie McGill (Senior HR Consultant) and Scott Stevenson (Director of
On Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Avitus Group conducted an online webinar for business owners featuring Natalie McGill (Senior HR Consultant) and Scott Stevenson (Director of
The U.S. Department of Labor, or DOL, has issued information designed to help employers and employees navigate the unemployment provisions of the CARES Act. Those
The Internal Revenue Service has issued information about the Employee Retention Credit which is available to many businesses impacted by COVID-19. In its recent release,
The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship has released The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act. This guide provides information and
According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, $350 billion has been allocated as part of the CARES Act to help small businesses. Distributed via federally
The Department of Labor (DOL) continues to update its guidance document on the implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), and the latest
Employers are facing unprecedented challenges navigating COVID-19. Over the past several days, ThinkHR has fielded hundreds of questions from HR departments across the country struggling
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, has released a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on Monday, June 15, 2020 that it has reopened its Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program to all
On Wednesday, June 3, 2020, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed HR 7010, the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act. President Trump signed it into law on June
The Small Business Administration (SBA) and Department of Treasury has released two interim final rules, or IFRs. The first relates to determining eligible amounts for
The Small Business Administration (SBA) released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application on Friday, May 15. This form must be used by PPP
U.S. Treasury has announced that Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers with less than $2 million in loans are automatically deemed to have made the financial-necessity
On April 30, 2020 the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued Notice 2020-32 which covers guidance for the federal deductibility of expenses paid for Paycheck Protection Program
On April 2, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) posted an interim final rule announcing the implementation of sections 1102 and 1106 of the
Were you one of the business owners who were awarded part of the $350 billion in the first round of the Paycheck Protection Program? If
The Small Business Administration has issued additional rules and FAQs about Paycheck Protection Program, some business owners may be unsure as to exactly what programs
On Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Avitus Group conducted an online webinar for business owners featuring Natalie McGill (Senior HR Consultant) and Scott Stevenson (Director of
On Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Avitus Group conducted an online webinar for business owners featuring Natalie McGill (Senior HR Consultant) and Scott Stevenson (Director of
Because the Paycheck Protection Program can only be used for payroll costs–and loan forgiveness is tied to how the funds are used–many business owners have
Are you concerned about whether being part of a PEO means you can’t qualify for a Paycheck Protection Program Loan? Are you wondering about what
According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, $350 billion has been allocated as part of the CARES Act to help small businesses. Distributed via federally
State and local jurisdictions throughout the United States have made the decision to expand guidelines under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA”) to provide
The Department of Labor (DOL) issued additional guidance for paid sick leave provision compliance on April 20, 2020. They clarified that the circumstances in which
Employees requesting emergency sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) must complete the proper form and provided the information and documentation requested
Employees requesting FLMA leave related to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) must complete the proper form and provided the information and documentation requested
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued definitive regulatory guidance for employers relating to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), and additional information continues
Healthcare providers are doing a remarkable job caring for their patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. But how does the Families First Coronavirus Protection Act, or
The FFCRA is a 124-page document, leaving many employers with more questions than answers. How do shelter-in-place and shutdown orders apply? How do you count
The DOL has issued a temporary rule applying to sick leave and expanded FMLA requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Although we
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released new regulations on April 1, 2020, in an attempt to clarify certain provisions in the Families First Coronavirus
President Donald J. Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, expanding the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and paid sick leave for certain US
The Department of Labor (DOL) continues to update its guidance document on the implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), and the latest
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a poster for employers to display within their office, email to employees or place prominently on its website.
The US Department of Labor has released information on the rights of employees under the FFCRA (Families First Coronavirus Response Act.) This information details the
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act is requiring companies with fewer than 500 employees to provide paid sick or family leave resulting from COVID-19. These
The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act expands FMLA coverage for employers with fewer than 500 employees and all public-sector employers due to the
Leaders and government agencies throughout the U.S. have announced plans to reduce stay-at-home restrictions and begin reopening businesses to restimulate economic growth. Employers must now
The Centers for Disease Control, as well as many healthcare and government organizations, recently recommended the use of handmade cloth face coverings in public settings
Our friends at ej4 have provided these videos to help all of us do our best to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Feel free to
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published printable communication resources available to businesses and individuals alike relating to COVID-19 (coronavirus.) These include
At Avitus Group, we recently identified office timeclocks as an item frequently used by employees on which coronavirus-transfer might occur. Our solution? Post a reminder
Here you will find a posting to share with your employees in a team safety meeting outlining information on preventing the spread of a communicable disease, identifying
Here is a document providing information on how to prepare and protect your employees and business from concerns associated with COVID-19. The information on this document
COVID-19 has been a learning experience for almost everyone. Increased anxiety, 24-hour news coverage, working and schooling from home…it seems overwhelming. But you can live
Just like many parents are working from home, kids are adjusting to new normals as they’re doing their school work from home. That can mean
Self-quarantine or sheltering-in-place can take its toll as we are separated from friends, family, and co-workers. In fact, a bit of “cabin fever” can set
Download this sample work from home agreement to assist with employees that will be working from home.
The spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the short-term “age of social distancing” have many businesses considering—or implementing—a work-from-home strategy for many employees. Companies that already
The concept of having employees working remotely isn’t new. One study showed that up to 54% of U.S. workers work remotely at least once a
President Trump announced the creation of the Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) program on August 8, extending the increased unemployment benefit amount for American workers. The
On Saturday, August 8, 2020, President Trump issued an executive memorandum deferring certain Social Security tax obligations for certain employees from September 1 through December
Based on recent SBA guidelines, businesses receiving SBA financial assistance are required to post the SBA Form 722 Equal Opportunity Poster. This poster must be
In the May issue of Anderson Kill’s Policyholder Advisor, Finley Harckham shared four tips for submitting and pursuing insurance claims for business interruptions and expenses
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued temporary relaxation of certain employment requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic. These included the inspection of I-9 documentation and
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released revised enforcement guidance for health and safety officers On May
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