MA Workers Comp Payroll Basis for Sole Proprieters & Partners, effective October 1, 2015

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The Workers Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau of Massachusetts (WCRIBMA) has introduced new payroll determinations for sole proprietors, partners, and LLC members, impacting premium calculations. Based on the Statewide Average Weekly Wage (SAWW), premiums are now determined by a formulaic approach, affecting new and renewal workers’ compensation business from October 1, 2015.

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Avoid Those Cell Phones While Driving

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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 700,000 drivers in the United States use cell phones or manipulate electronic devices while driving during daylight hours. In 2012, there was a 9 percent increase from the previous year, resulting in an estimated 421,000 injuries in auto accidents involving distracted drivers.

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