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Federal laws affect contingent workers and the companies using their services, but do not directly address compliance in the context of such workers. Congress enacted employment laws, as well as employee benefit laws, prior to popular use of contingent workers. This article examines fact-specific applications of federal employment laws and existing contingent worker regulations, particularly within the benefits and compensation arena.
An employer should evaluate the status of its records on COBRA compliance, paying particular attention to items the IRS will request. Prompt correction of any short-comings can help to decrease exposure during a COBRA audit. An added advantage will be a more systematic administration of this area of employee benefits.
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HIV infection and AIDS pose special challenges to employers. Myriad laws affect how the employer must respond when an applicant or employee is infected with HIV or is ill due to AIDS. An overall compliance strategy should include thorough knowledge of those laws and a policy on HIV and AIDS, put in place before a crisis occurs.
Interim regulations issued by the Department of Labor provide employers with significant guidance on compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act.
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