Regulation

Careful communication of reasonable alternative standard can keep employers out of court; Macy’s lawsuit renews concern about punitive measures.

As Florida and the East Coast assess damage from Hurricane Irma, employers in the affected areas should consider how to address storm-related issues.

Requirements can be difficult to follow, but mistakes can cost a broker and their client big money in fines, penalties, civil lawsuits, audits and more, says Word & Brown’s Marc McGinnis.

FirstPerson’s Katy Stowers worked as an ERISA lawyer but now delivers benefit oversight and deliverables at the Indianapolis benefits consultancy.

As regulations, policies and case laws constantly change, employers struggle to reach and maintain ERISA and DOL compliance.

A recent court's decision effectively nullifies the DOL's overtime rule in its entirety.

Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy and Lindsey Graham said Thursday they will introduce a revised version of their proposal to replace Obamacare, with the goal of getting a vote by the end of this month.

The regulation enacted in June spurred employers to update their plan design and investment menus and some are even shopping for new advisers.

A recent case involving Macy’s program could have employers facing legal action from federal regulators.

Parliamentarian tells lawmakers that Republicans’ ability to pass an Obamacare replacement with just 51 votes expires at the end of this month.