We are pleased to introduce our in-house Employee Benefits Consultant, Steve Kolker. Steve will be working with our business clients to provide “peace of mind” benefits solutions for both employers and employees.  With more than 25 years in the insurance industry and 11 years specializing in...

For working parents with school-age kids, the return to school can be chaotic. There are new routines to figure out, numerous activities to manage and sometimes kids’ transitional meltdowns to soothe. As such, balancing work with caregiving responsibilities can be incredibly challenging, often without straightforward...

The insurance landscape for carriers offering MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) and MVP (Minimum Value Plan) has shifted significantly in recent months. With the closure of a key provider, Essential Staff Care, and the increasingly strict requirements from others, many in the temporary staffing industry seek...

Washington Enacts Mini-WARN Act On May 13, 2025, Washington enacted the Securing Timely Notification and Benefits for Laid-Off Employees Act (Act), which requires covered employers to give 60 days’ advance notice prior to a mass layoff or business closing. The Act takes effect on July 27,...