Become a Safety-Driven Employer and Save by Joining HISIG Our members include companies across the home improvement industry, including nurseries and growers. Enjoy great benefits such as: AVERAGE 20% SAVINGS MEMBERS CONTROL PROGRAM INJURY ILLNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM ONGOING CLAIMS MONITORING PROMPT OUTREACH TO INJURED EMPLOYEES DEDICATED CLAIMS TEAM EQUITY OWNERSHIP = EQUITY RETURNS Is Your … Join the HISIG Worker’s Compensation Program Read More » The post Join the HISIG Worker’s Compensation Program appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

As we face a potential banking crisis after the collapse of the Silicon Valley and Signature Banks, this seems like an opportune time to address the potential ramifications of a company’s inability to meet its payroll obligations. Missing payroll has multiple ramifications under both state and federal law, and impacts both employment and employee benefits … The Impact of Missing Payroll on Employee Benefits Read More » The post The Impact of Missing Payroll on Employee Benefits appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

California agricultural operations have been significantly impacted by the recent floods throughout the state. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover. Impacted producers should contact their local USDA Service Center to report losses and learn more about program options available to assist in … USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Farmers and Livestock Producers in California Impacted by Floods Read More » The post USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Farmers and Livestock Producers in California Im ..read more

On October 18, 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Revenue Procedure 2022-38, which increases the health flexible spending account (FSA) salary reduction contribution limit to $3,050 for plan years beginning in 2023, an increase of $200 from 2022.  Thus, for health FSAs with a carryover feature, the maximum carryover amount is $610 (20% of the $3,050 salary … IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2023 Read More » The post IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2023 appeared first on Barkley ..read more

Download Customizable Poster Foreword to EmployersAuthor Simon Sinek popularized the concept of “WHY” in his 2009 TED Talk where he said that while we don’t have the power to change others, we do have the power to be the leaders we wish we had. In fact, motivating and inspiring employees at work has never been … Wellbeing Newsletter – April 2022 Read More » The post Wellbeing Newsletter – April 2022 appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

Imagine planning a big-budget party seemingly certain to be a crowd-pleaser — beautiful venue, a wide assortment of premium food and beverage, professional entertainment — only to have few guests attend because information about the event was unclear, the venue was difficult to access and invitees were largely unmotivated. You’d be devastated by the money … Communications: The Key to an Informed, Engaged Workforce Read More » The post Communications: The Key to an Informed, Engaged Workforce appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

On March 15, 2022, the President signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 (H.R. 2471) into law (“CAA 2022”). The CAA 2022 is largely a spending bill but also includes, among other things, a much-anticipated new telemedicine safe harbor similar to that which was created under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The safe harbor allows high … Legal Alert: Temporary Telehealth Safe Harbor Read More » The post Legal Alert: Temporary Telehealth Safe Harbor appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

We are thrilled to announce…. Through Barkley Risk Management & Insurance, HR|Bizz has joined Alera Group, bringing over 10 years of HR experience and expertise. Lead by Rodney Bolton, HRBizz is a premier consulting firm, working with businesses across the country, providing customized human resources solutions for small to mid-sized businesses.   Barkley is always … HR|Bizz Joins Alera Group Read More » The post HR|Bizz Joins Alera Group appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

California has passed a new version of Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) that will take effect on February 19, 2022 and will apply retroactively back to January 1, 2022. The law expires September 30, 2022. The law applies to employers with 26 or more employees. FAQs should be available soon on the Labor Commissioner’s webpage. … California Revives Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) Read More » The post California Revives Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more

 Ventura, CA – Ventura County Public Health announced today that the local Health Officer Order requiring masking in all indoor public places will be lifted Wednesday, February 16, 2022 in alignment with State’s masking policy. “The mask order is being lifted because the COVID-19 situation has changed thanks to effective vaccines, effective treatments and a … Ventura County to Lift Indoor Mask Mandate 2/16/22 Read More » The post Ventura County to Lift Indoor Mask Mandate 2/16/22 appeared first on Barkley Risk Management and Insurance ..read more