Can the Insurance Partnership help pay my health insurance?

The Insurance Partnership is a health insurance subsidy program which helps eligible employees covered under an employer's group health insurance pay for their share of the premium cost. The income guidelines are fairly generous, but your...

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I've been laid off - does my company have to continue my health insurance?

If your company had more than 20 employees on its group health plan, they may be required to offer COBRA (smaller companies may voluntarily participate but are not required to). COBRA allows you to continue your health insurance under the same plan,...

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SIC (Standard Industrial Classification) Codes

SIC (standard industrial classification) codes are often used by insurance companies to set rates for businesses; classifications are used to determine risk. Your SIC code will affect your liability and workers comp rates, and may also affect...

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What does an Employee REALLY Cost?

Even VERY part-time employees, with no paid breaks or other paid time off or any benefits, will cost substantially more than their hourly rate. Initially, there is the cost of hiring and training, which, depending on turn-over, can be quite high for...

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