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Executives face challenges communicating their efforts on behalf of workers, but increased company transparency can help, Willis Towers Watson study finds.

As more sectors of the workforce adopt high-deductible plans, advisers should ensure employees are aware of income-protecting voluntary benefit choices.

Financial incentives are one of a number of tools employers can use during a merger or acquisition.

Lawmakers are considering scrapping individual deductions, including tax breaks for certain plan contributions.

Employers can adopt health reimbursement accounts to start building a self-insurance plan.

Long-term care insurance is a blind spot for most consultants, but neglecting it leaves employees open to huge financial risk, says adviser William Upson.

First seen as a silver bullet to cut costs, consultants now know the true value of the platform, Willis Towers Watson mid-market exchange head Rob Harkins says.

Morningstar recently evaluated 10 of the largest health savings account providers in the country to see how they stacked up in helping employees pay for current and future medical expenses.

Benefits to adding an in-person assistant to a wellness program include personalized interactions with better feedback.

Those who expect to stay longer on their jobs could be hurting their prospects, as many people are forced to retire early because of health issues.