2024

AICC Excellence: How Integrated Care Teams Transform Workers’ Compensation Outcomes

2024-12-02T17:28:11-05:00November 27th, 2024|2024, Workers Compensation|

Redefining Workers' Compensation Success When a workplace accident occurs, the true test of a workers' compensation program lies in its ability to coordinate multiple specialties while maintaining focus on both employee recovery and employer protection. A recent case at [...]

How AICC’s Integrated Team Reduced the Impact of Workplace Injury

2024-12-02T17:17:04-05:00November 25th, 2024|2024, Workers Compensation|

In the world of workers' compensation, timing and coordination are everything. A recent case managed by the Automotive Industries Compensation Corporation (AICC) demonstrates how early intervention and integrated care management can significantly impact injury outcomes and claim resolution. The [...]

2025 IRS Benefits & Retirement Limits: Complete Guide to New Changes

2024-11-08T09:18:10-05:00November 8th, 2024|2024, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Legislation|

Key TakeawaysNew age-based catch-up contribution limits for workers 60-63Updated thresholds for retirement accounts and HSAsInflation-adjusted welfare and retirement benefit limitsChanges implemented under SECURE 2.0 ActUnderstanding the 2025 IRS Benefit UpdatesThe Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its annual update [...]

Health Plans and Employee Contributions: Navigating Rising Costs in 2025

2024-10-29T13:03:35-04:00October 27th, 2024|2024, Employee Benefits|

The Rising Tide of Healthcare Costs In recent years, employees across various industries have experienced a significant uptick in their out-of-pocket costs for health coverage. This trend shows no signs of slowing down as we head towards 2025, [...]

Connecticut Expands Paid Sick Leave Law

2024-10-18T15:36:33-04:00October 18th, 2024|2024, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Employee Benefits Compliance, Employee Benefits Legislation|

Beginning January 1, 2025, Connecticut’s paid sick leave law—which currently covers employers with 50 or more employees in the state and only applies to service workers—will be significantly expanded to cover almost all employees and employers. Below are some [...]

Aging Workforce in Physical Industries: Health Challenges and Solutions for NARFA Member Businesses

2024-10-14T12:56:26-04:00October 14th, 2024|2024, Employee Wellness Programs|

The American workforce is aging rapidly, particularly in industries with physical demands. This demographic shift presents unique challenges and opportunities for businesses in the automotive, roads, fuel, fleet, and related sectors. Let's explore the implications and solutions for companies [...]

GLP-1 Drugs: Weighing the Impact on Health and Healthcare Costs

2024-10-01T08:49:22-04:00October 1st, 2024|2024, Wellness|

In recent years, a new class of drugs has gained significant attention in the medical world, promising substantial weight loss and potential changes in healthcare costs. These medications, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, are reshaping conversations about obesity treatment [...]

Why Skilled Trades Are the Smart Career Choice in Today’s Volatile Job Market

2024-09-27T14:23:21-04:00September 27th, 2024|2024, General Industry News, Labor News|

In an era where student debt is skyrocketing and job markets are increasingly volatile, one career path stands out for its stability, earning potential, and accessibility: skilled trades. At NARFA (National Automotive Roads Fuel Association), we've long recognized the [...]

How ICHRAs Can Help Small Businesses Save Big on Health Benefits in 2025

2024-09-24T08:57:45-04:00September 24th, 2024|2024, Employee Benefits, Health Care, Health Care Reform, Insurance & Benefits, Small Business Health Insurance|

Are rising health insurance costs eating into your small business's budget? Are your employees struggling to afford quality healthcare? Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs) might be the solution you've been searching for. What are ICHRAs? ICHRAs (pronounced [...]

Maximizing Recovery: The Critical Role of Physical Therapy in Workers’ Compensation

2024-09-14T13:18:16-04:00September 16th, 2024|2024, Workers Compensation|

In workers' compensation, particularly for industries served by the National Automotive Roads Fuel Association (NARFA) and the Automotive Industries Compensation Corporation (AICC), physical therapy is key to employee recovery and cost management. This blog post explores how strategic physical [...]