
New Proposed Independent Contractor Classification Rule for U.S. Clubs
Written by: Brad Steele, J.D. As expected, the Biden Administration finally issued its long-awaited Independent Contractor (IC) Classification Rule. As expected, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposed rule brings back the six-factor “economic realities test” established under the Obama…

U.S. Department of Labor Releases Model COBRA Premium Subsidy Notices
Written by: Brad Steele, J.D. Under the U.S. American Rescue Plan (ARP), clubs must now pay COBRA premiums for employees involuntarily terminated or who lost health insurance due to a reduction in hours. The good news is clubs are entitled…

The U.S. American Rescue Plan and Its Impact on Clubs
Written by: Brad Steele, J.D. With the passage of the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Congress has changed some programs that have been extremely important to clubs. The good news is these changes will provide additional support for club leaders. The…

Retirement Planning During Covid-19: What Has Changed with the U.S. CARES Act
The economic decline and market volatility resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic has created anxiety around retirement planning and financial security in the United States. In response, the 2020 Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (more popularly known as “the…

AHLA Advocacy Efforts Encompass All Hospitality Touchpoints
Presented by: Chip Rogers and Kevin Carey, AHLA This Spring’s economic pause has sent a shock-wave to businesses worldwide, with the hotel industry especially hit hard as travel has essentially halted. At the center are the hotels themselves; but in…