Employers continue to face challenges to manage health benefits costs, which has resulted in greater cost-shifting to employees through high deductible health plans.
Just because an employee didn’t request after-hours pay doesn’t excuse an employer's obligation to pay — but a recent court decision could make overtime policies a bit thornier.
Senior Vice President of Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance Pamela Anne Files is using her knowledge and experience in the broker industry to inform legislators about worker needs.
In early 2016, employers with 50 or more full-time equivalent employees are required to submit new tax forms to employees and the IRS for the 2015 plan year. (Note that in December 2015, deadlines for 1095 employee distribution and 1094 filings were extended.*) In the video, Don Garlitz, Senior Vice President, bswift, answers key compliance questions including: Should taxpayers receive Form 1095 if they are not covered? What effects do employer wellness programs have on reporting plan affordability to the IRS? And more.
*Learn more about these changes from U.S. News and World Report.
The share of 25- to 54-year-old women either employed or actively looking for a job rose to a seven-year high in July, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Retirees should weigh a number of factors, including the fact that the closing costs for reverse mortgages are higher than those for regular mortgages.
The season is winding down, but there’s still plenty of time left for employers to embrace seasonal benefits including half-day Fridays, a relaxed dress code and outdoor team events.
Just because an employee didn’t request after-hours pay doesn’t excuse an employer's obligation to pay — but a recent court decision could make overtime policies a bit thornier.
Kindred is the largest post-acute care provider in the country with more than 100,000 employees working from hospitals, rehab centers and patient homes.
Open enrollment is fast approaching, and even the most prepared benefits pros may be wondering if they've done everything possible to engage and prepare their employees.
As we roll full-speed ahead into Labor Day and the official start to fall, that can only mean one thing (no, not pumpkin spice season): the start to Annual Enrollment.
These devices are no longer just hot new toys—they can be serious tools for helping your employees develop healthier habits and improve their well-being.
