CorTech News Release (05/23/2013)
CorTech, a staffing provider based in Atlanta, has completed the acquisition of Stafflogix Corp., a staffing firm based in Naperville, IL.
Ortoli | Rosenstadt: What Exactly Is a Seller Responsible for When Selling Its Staffing Firm?
Buyers of a business generally expect sellers to be responsible for certain liabilities relating to when the seller owned its business—a concept mergers and acquisitions professionals refer to as indemnification. Indemnification is one of the most heavily negotiated, and potentially most significant, provisions of a purchase agreement, and understanding the terminology common to such agreements is essential when negotiating a deal. Attorney Paul Pincus of Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP explains what sellers are liable for, how a seller’s liability may be limited, and how buyers may seek to fund potential indemnity claims.
Global Dynamic Consulting Inc. and HR Initiatives Inc. Announce Merger
PR Newswire (05/29/13)
Global Dynamic Consulting and HR Initiatives have merged under the name Global Dynamic Consulting. The new firm provides recruiting, human resources, accounting, and other related services.
$1B in Ohio Workers’ Compensation Rebate Checks Going Out Soon
Columbus Business First (05/30/13) Jeff Bell
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation’s board of directors on Thursday signed off on a plan to deliver rebate checks totaling $1 billion to 210,000 Ohio private- and public-sector employers. The funding comes from a surplus in BWC’s assets, resulting from strong investment results and operational improvements, and is expected to boost Ohio’s economy.
Former Contech Employees Eligible for Benefits
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette (Indiana) (05/30/13) Sherry Slater
Former employees of Contech Castings LLC in Auburn, IN, and Pierceton, IN, who lost jobs on or after March 7, 2012, have been certified for benefits under the federal Trade Adjustment Assistance program by the U.S. Department of Labor. Onsite workers employed through PeopleLink Staffing, Sentech Services, and Elwood Staffing are included. The TAA helps workers displaced by foreign imports or shifts in production out of the country.
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Ready for the ACA? Staffing World Delivers Timely, Valuable Content
No other industry organization provides the expertise and resources surrounding the Affordable Care Act like ASA. The ACA-related content that will be delivered at Staffing World 2013, Oct. 8-10 in Orlando, is information staffing professionals won’t find anywhere else. Register today at staffingworld.org.
Thursday, Oct. 10, 9–10:45 a.m.
Health Care Reform—The Time Is Now
Panel facilitated by Edward A. Lenz, Esq., senior counsel, ASA
Alden J. Bianchi, Esq., member, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky & Popeo PC
James A. Essey, CSP, president and chief executive officer, the TemPositions Group of Cos.
The employer “play or pay” provisions of the Affordable Care Act go into effect Jan. 1, 2014, and have major implications for staffing firms. Are you ready? In this workshop, industry experts will discuss the latest regulations and government guidance affecting employers, including recent developments on the “look-back” rule for determining your employees’ full-time status, and the insurance options you will have that will allow you to comply with the “play” provisions.
Thursday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Affordable Care Act—Staffing Firm Compliance Plans
Panel facilitated by Dan Campbell, CSP, chief executive officer, Hire Dynamics
In this interactive workshop, leading staffing firms of various sizes and representing different sectors will share their plans and strategies for compliance with the “play or pay” provisions of the ACA. They will discuss their conversations with clients and assigned employees, and the specific steps they are taking regarding the challenges and opportunities presented by the ACA.
Plus, Staffing World delivers world-class keynote speakers, dozens of education sessions, top-level networking opportunities, and the largest industry expo anywhere. Visit staffingworld.org to register today!
Welcome New ASA Members
Please join the ASA board of directors and staff in welcoming the following new members, which joined during the week of May 20.
FlexStaff Services Inc.
Clarksville, GA
Industrial Labor Management Group Inc.
Bell, CA
Military Morph
Oklahoma City, OK
Omega Contract Design
Huntington Beach, CA
The Franklin Co.
Broomall, PA
Michigan Court: Staffing Firm’s Refusal to Pay for Comp Time Did Not Breach Contract With Temporary Worker
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Workers Can Be Both Employees and Independent Contractors, IRS Rules
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Survey Shows Nonfinancial Perks Rank Highest for Recruiting Legal Staff
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Silicon Valley vs. Wall Street in Talent War
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