Workers’ compensation renewal certificates (COI) for the next policy period (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) are now available for immediate download via the Marsh COI Portal, which is integrated within the ADP TotalSource® platform. This tool allows for 24/7 self-service access to generate and distribute certificates of insurance.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently released an updated rule change providing clarification on the timing and manner by which mail is officially postmarked.

The rule states that the manual stamping of a postmark is not done in the ordinary course of business for retail USPS locations. This means that if you place mail in a mailbox or at a post office location and do not request a manual postmark, then the piece of mail will not receive a postmark until it arrives at a USPS processing facility.

Retaliation has become the most frequent complaint filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which enforces federal nondiscrimination laws. In fact, about half of all complaints filed with the EEOC over the past few years included a claim of retaliation. What is retaliation and what steps can employers take to help avoid it? We answer these questions below.

The State of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 2303), which prohibits an employer from requiring an employee or applicant to be microchipped. House Bill 2303 takes effect June 11, 2026.

Virginia has enacted legislation (House Bill 1092), which will require employers to implement heat illness prevention plans under state law.

The State of Washington has enacted legislation (House Bill 2105), the Immigrant Worker Protection Act ("the Act"), which adds employer poster and notice requirements and provides guidance related to immigrant protections. Many employer requirements for House Bill 2105 take effect on Oct. 1, 2026.

Virginia has enacted legislation (House Bill 110), which will require individuals to securely store a handgun in certain areas, such as parking areas, lots, or structures exclusively reserved and used for commercial or retail employees.