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Offering such benefits is a popular idea, but participation remains low among employees. One-on-one encouragement could turn that around, some advisers say.

While there are political obstacles to federal action, a number of local initiatives have been undertaken that benefit professionals need to understand.

The American Institute of CPAs is toughening the rules after a critical report from the Labor Department about the quality of ERISA audits.

As data expands and analytical solutions evolve, employers are looking at using augmented intelligence solutions, such as IBM Health’s Watson, to provided catered health treatments for workers.

The coverage, which helps with out-of-pocket exposure, doesn’t work well as a stand-alone voluntary sale, explains Peggy Hayes of American Public Life.

Advisers should analyze their professional capabilities and look at their firm as if just starting out to determine the effectiveness of existing client relationships.

Delayed retirement credits only accrue to age 70, but there still may be tax issues to consider.

The Golden State continues its lead in restricting use of such records with the FEHC recently finalizing new regulations that further limit an employer’s ability to use criminal history when making employment decisions.

Filings are hovering near a four-decade low as managers hold staff levels steady or boost them to keep up with an expanding economy.

A shifting workforce is putting a greater influence on how employers look at benefit offerings.