Studies show women are faring better versus the Coronavirus
The Coronavirus tends to affect men more severely than it does women. Numerous studies have shown that the disease tends to be more severe and deadly for men. An analysis of the patients hospitalized in New York City with the virus showed that more than 60% were men. Furthermore, the mortality rates in New York […]
Texas allows more businesses to re-open May 8th with safety guidelines in place
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday that people in Texas can start getting haircuts this Friday. Texas hair salons, barbershops, nail/tanning salons can reopen May 8. The new order does not require salons to open. There will be one customer per stylist, people can only wait inside if they maintain social distancing and appointment scheduling is encouraged to […]
PPP loans were meant for small businesses, not big corporations
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin expressed his disappointment or anger with large companies that applied for and were granted Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans during a CNBC interview Tuesday morning. His comments came following numerous reports of larger companies and organizations being granted PPP loans. He did voice his appreciation for the PPP funds returned to […]
Dallas County extends orders as some states start to reopen for business.
Dallas County Commissioners, Tuesday voted 3-2 to extend the county’s Safer at Home order until May 15, keeping restrictions in place about which businesses may operate and how large public gatherings may be while advising people to stay at home unless they are conducting “essential business.” Previously, the stay-at-home order was set to end on […]
Anxious Americans await their relief checks
Individuals and families across the U.S. are eager to receive their CARES Act relief checks from the government, and while they wait, many are asking the same question— “how does the government know where to send my funds?” The Treasury Department is using rules for disbursing the relief funds to Americans based on standards established […]
More Updates with Questions and Answers for the CARES Act (Stimulus Package)
The COVID-19 crisis confronting all Americans and the world at large has created countless health and economic challenges for us all. The U.S. Federal Government’s response to this crisis has been unprecedented. The largest economic relief initiative in U.S. history, referred to as the CARES Act, includes financial relief programs for American citizens and businesses […]
An update on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in regards to FMLA
The LL Roberts Group remains committed to keeping clients and their employees informed regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier this week President Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) to help employees in this difficult time. Here are several key aspects of the bill. The bill expands the Family and Medical Leave Act […]
Laws and regulatory changes starting in January of 2020.
Depending on what state you live, work, or operate in, some of these new laws could affect certain companies, and even individuals. New or higher registration taxes and fees went into effect January 1st for electric vehicle owners in at least eight states, including Alabama, Hawaii, and Kansas. More states are expected to follow this […]
With the LL Roberts Group online benefits enrollment, everyone wins.
With the LL Roberts Group online benefits enrollment, everyone wins. You save time and reduce the burden of managing benefits enrollment, and your employees can select the right benefits for their needs faster and easier than ever before… anytime, anywhere, and from any device. Additionally, you no longer have to chase down employees and paperwork […]
Protecting Your Hands At Work
Having a hand injury can make everyday tasks that we take for granted a challenge. For many people, most hand injuries are only for a short time, but for others, it is permanent. Try buttoning up your shirt, typing on a keyboard, or using your phone with only one hand. While not impossible, these task become harder […]