Overview Flashcards
(17 cards)
What does FMLA stand for?
Family and Medical Leave Act
Governs unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons.
What is the purpose of COBRA?
Regulates continuation of group health benefits after separation
Needed for managing WEX COBRA and ensuring compliance in offboarding.
What does ACA stand for?
Affordable Care Act
Sets standards for employer-provided health coverage.
What is ERISA?
Employee Retirement Income Security Act
Regulates 401(k) and HSA plans, requiring compliance in documentation and reporting.
What does HIPAA protect?
Sensitive employee health information
Relevant when managing health benefit enrollments and communicating with providers.
What is the purpose of I-9 and E-Verify Regulations?
Required to verify employee eligibility to work in the U.S.
Applies during onboarding and immigration-related tasks.
What does EEOC stand for?
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Enforces anti-discrimination laws during hiring, firing, and HR operations.
What are IRS Payroll Compliance Rules related to?
Payroll processing, tax withholdings, and benefits taxation
Related to payroll processing in ADP.
How many weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave does FMLA grant eligible employees?
Up to 12 weeks
For qualified medical or family reasons.
What must HR Generalists do in relation to FMLA?
Ensure leave tracking, notices, and job reinstatement rights are handled per federal guidelines
Relevant for handling employee leave requests and maintaining compliance during absences.
What is required under HIPAA when managing benefit enrollments?
Protect the confidentiality of employee health information
Applies when communicating with brokers and storing or transmitting employee health data.
What does COBRA allow employees to do?
Continue health coverage after job loss or other qualifying events
Administered by working with WEX and ensuring legal compliance.
What does the ACA require certain employers to offer?
Affordable health insurance
Employers must also report coverage details.
What standards does ERISA set?
Standards for retirement plans, including 401(k)s
Important when coordinating with providers like Fidelity.
What does I-9 Compliance require?
Documentation of employment eligibility
Applies to onboarding and immigration process support.
What laws are included under EEOC & Anti-Discrimination Laws?
Title VII, ADA, and ADEA regulations
Must follow fair hiring practices and prevent workplace discrimination.
What does IRS Payroll Compliance involve?
Correct tax withholdings, benefits taxation, and wage reporting
Directly related to ADP payroll processes and benefits administration.
