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COVID-19 Legislation Special Report Published Nationally

Jun 11, 2020 | Blog, CARES Act, coronavirus-covid-19, Feature Article, Legislative Update, Published Articles

Read our cover article in national and regional publications Dorothy M. Cociu, President of Advanced Benefit Consulting, Article Featured in the June, 2020 issues of America’s Benefits Specialist and California Broker.  Catch up on many of the details that you...

SBA Provides Guidance on PPP Loan Forgiveness and Application

May 19, 2020 | Blog, CARES Act, coronavirus-covid-19

On Friday, SBA released guidance on PPP loan forgiveness and an application. I’ve attached the application. If you received a PPP Loan, you’ll want to review this carefully with your accountant or financial advisor. SBA has now provided more information and options...

IRS New Rules on Cafeteria Plans & High Deductible Health Plans for COVID-19

May 14, 2020 | Blog, coronavirus-covid-19, Legislative Update

On May 12, 2020, the IRS released guidance to allow for relief from COVID-19 for Section 125 Cafeteria Plans, by offering temporary changes to Cafeteria Plans, which extend the claims period for Health Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) and dependent care...

OSHA Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

May 3, 2020 | Blog, coronavirus-covid-19

Download OSHA’s guide to preparations and things to consider when preparing your workplace. Download OSHA Workplace Guide

COVID-19 Cyber Threat Resources

May 3, 2020 | Blog, coronavirus-covid-19, Data Breaches & Cyber Security

Published by OCR on April 30, 2020 Cyber-criminals may take advantage of the current COVID-19 global pandemic for their own financial gain or other malicious motives.  However, resources are available to raise awareness of COVID-19 related cyber threats and help...

Stay-At-Home Orders’ Impact on Sales & Service to Our Clients: How to Use Technology To Boost Sales & Service During Trying Times, Yet Stay Secure

May 3, 2020 | Blog, coronavirus-covid-19, Data Breaches & Cyber Security, Feature Article

By:  Dorothy Cociu & Ted Flittner You’re at home with your family and working just as if you’re in your office… Everything is normal, right?  Hardly…  Being outside the office brings a host of security risks, and IT departments cringe when they...
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Advanced Benefit Consulting & Insurance Services, Inc.
DBA: Advanced Employee Benefits & Insurance Services

An employee benefit consulting firm and health insurance agency, serving California since 1995. We take the employee benefit burden off of employers. Offering self-insured and fully-insured health plans for small and mid-size groups and also groups larger than 500 employees. Consulting services include COBRA administration, Health Care Reform (PPACA), ARRA, Self-Insurance, HIPAA Privacy & Security compliance, and independent fiduciary and expert witness.

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Dorothy M. Cociu, RHU, REBC, GBA, RPA,
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  • Hot Topics in Benefits & Compliance for 2026-2027 – Lunch & Learn
  • Webinar: What It Means to Be an ERISA Plan Fiduciary: The Responsibilities and Potential Liability
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