Publisher's Synopsis
Obamacare, also known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, hits American business full force in 2014 and 2015. Obamacare imposes new regulations, taxes and fines on nearly every employer. The Small Business Guide to Obamacare will help you and your organization get ready. Even though the government announced it is delaying enforcement of many parts of Obamacare, decisions you make now may limit your options in future years. Who should read this book? Business owners and other employers. Lawyers, tax advisors, accountants, insurance professionals, and financial advisors looking for a solid introduction to the new law. Union leaders. Anyone interested in the new health law and how it will impact their life. Unlike other Obamacare books, The Small Business Guide to Obamacare aims to help people understand the law and make decisions to best serve their organization and its employees. It is written in easy to understand language without political cheerleading or unfounded criticism. You will find charts and easy to follow examples showing how the new taxes, penalties, and subsidies apply in particular situations. Every chapter lists what information you will need to comply with the law. Rigorously researched, the references can help you and your advisors find more information to make good decisions for your organization. This book reveals: Obamacare's goals and how they impact you and your business. Critical deadlines imposed on your organization. New regulations and employee rights potentially subjecting your organization to liability. The mandates for everyone to obtain health insurance and the obligations on employers to provide it. Which employees must receive an offer of insurance and when. Special rules regarding part-time, seasonal, and contract employees. New taxes and penalties and how to minimize or avoid them. Strategies and options for businesses and organizations of every size. The meaning of many technical terms in a handy glossary. Much more!"
