News & Resources

Family Leave Rules: Caring for a Spouse, Child or Parent

Courtesy of the Ahola Corporation The National Partnership for Women and Families says that “at some point, nearly everyone will need to take time away from work to deal with a […]

May 20, 2020

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to Return More Than $100 Million to Insured Customers and Members for Medical, Dental and Vision Premiums

Due to disruptions in previously anticipated health care services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network will be returning more than $100 […]

May 19, 2020

Executive Order No. 2020-91 “Safeguards to protect Michigan’s workers from COVID-19”

As written in EO 2020-91 by Governor Whitmer: In particular, businesses must do their part to protect their employees, their patrons, and their communities. Many businesses have already done so […]

May 19, 2020

Tech tips for working remotely

Remote working technology seems to be maturing just in the nick of time. “It’s easier than ever today, in this day and age to work remotely,” says Aaron Hamp, owner […]

May 18, 2020

Reopening guidance issued for UP & Northern Michigan

Today Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-92, allowing for the partial reopening of the Upper Peninsula and part of northern Michigan beginning on Friday, including retail, restaurants and bars at […]

April 15, 2020

Workers’ Compensation Coverage

March 26, 2020

ASE Releases COVID-19 Employer Response Survey Results

On March 18th, ASE released a survey that tracked employer’s growing response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey, launched when there were just 26 confirmed cases in Michigan, provides a comprehensive look at efforts and …

January 3, 2020

COVID-19 Response & Preparedness Plan

Updated January 3, 2022 SBAM has developed a COVID-19 preparedness and response template, consistent with recommendations by MIOSHA. Version 10 of this template, available below, contains amendments to reflect updated […]