Paid Family Leave became a fact of life in New York very quickly. The statutory benefit, written as a rider to DBL coverage, is ethically responsible and financially needed for New York families. But business owners and brokers weren’t prepared for the mayhem that PFL billing would bring. I sat down with our President and
Brokers who consolidate their business with DBL Center can earn up to $15,000 The DBL Center held some in house celebrations last week as we settled into our new Melville, Long Island office. But it’s not just our employees who benefit from our continued growth. Thanks to the industry relationships we have fostered over the
Customer education goes a long way when it comes to selling employee benefits As an insurance agent, you understand the intricacies of the employee benefits you sell, including maternity leave benefits available through Paid Family Leave (PFL) in New York. You can show customers how to file a DBL or PFL claim, tell them when
DBL Center helps Coastal Insurance navigate the rocky waters of New York Paid Family Leave The story begins 14 years ago, as many Long Island stories do, in a diner. Through a referral from another local business owner, David Clausen of Coastal Insurance, an independent insurance agency in NY, met with Michael Cohen of DBL
New Paid Family Leave Resource Center presents PFL claim forms and more Full Support to Help You Earn More Maximizing your revenue potential with Net Revenue Tracker Dashboard. We are well into 2018 and, as a New York insurance broker, you’ve got the basics of Paid Family Leave down. It’s the new comprehensive,
FMLA vs PFL: The DBL Center explores the differences Since New York introduced Paid Family Leave, there has been a lot of confusion. Brokers, HR directors, employers and employees are just beginning to understand what PFL means and who it will affect. One point that’s important to realize: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA),
Family leave benefits in New York bring new IRS tax implications Disability Benefits Law (DBL) brokers in New York State are getting a handle on the new paid family leave benefits, with the new PFL law set to start January 1, 2018. The DBL Center has provided a host of paid family leave resources and
From the duration to the benefit payouts, DBL and PFL differ significantly. Brokers in New York can now sell a new mandatory benefit: Paid Family Leave. We’ve been talking about this new coverage since New York State announced the law in April. As January approaches, the benefit becomes reality in two short months. As news
History (nearly) repeats itself with the introduction of Paid Family Leave October 29, 2012: It was a sad day for many New Yorkers as properties were swept away in Superstorm Sandy, businesses went under, and more than 8.1 million homes across the U.S. were left without electricity for a week or more. Superstorm Sandy caused
Bold statement from DBL Center President Michael Cohen leads into how brokers can grow their book of business with PFL P&C and health brokers know that enriched DBL in New York can be a tough sell. As a mandatory benefit, DBL is a no-brainer, but let’s face it: The commissions aren’t making anyone rich. That’s
One of The DBL Center’s preferred carrier partners, AmTrust, offers the information you need to help your clients get ready for PFL and ensure compliance. “At the early stage of any new insurance regulation, education is key.” This is how Joy Maas, Director of Marketing, Sales, and Accountant Management for AmTrust Financial Services, a top
The DBL Center and ShelterPoint Life help clear up confusion about Paid Family Leave in New York Are you ready for Paid Family Leave in New York? No doubt, employees are ready to enjoy more socially conscious, financially viable leave to care for newborn children, aging or sick loved ones, or adopted or foster children.