The employer mandate in the Affordable Care Act has businesses scratching their heads. As the IRS attempts to interpret the employer mandate, more questions are being raised, including how the…
WASHINGTON – The Financial Times and other news media reported last week that the European Commission is proposing a cap on credit card swipe fees at 0.3%, drastically lower than…
A US District Court in the District of Columbia issued a decision stating that the Federal Reserve Board ignored the intent of the federal legislation, inflated debit card transaction fees…
Judge says he will vacate rules if board doesn’t act quickly; could make banks repay retailers WASHINGTON – A U.S. federal judge opened the door for banks and credit-card companies…
The successful social responsibility program educates retailers on electronic cigarette restrictions. September is We Card Awareness Month, named for one of the most successful corporate social responsibility efforts in America.…
Are you ready?The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as the federal health care reform, requires employers to notify their workers about the availability of the new Health Insurance Marketplace.…
As we approach the implementation deadline for the new USDA COOL regulations on November 23, the National Grocers Association (NGA) has provided a comprehensive list of resources and documents available…
Many of our clients are raising questions about the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). Some of our clients incorrectly believe that if they have less than 50 full-time employees, they have…
Phil Lempert What do cicadas and Congress have in common? Both did the unlikely this year. The cicadas surfaced, and Congress shut down. During the 17 years since either of…
On May 23, 2013 the final COOL rule was released and became effective immediately with a six month educational period for retailers until November 23, 2013. In summary the new…