Regulation

An individual coverage incentive was added to the Better Care Reconciliation Act Monday.

With a patchwork of laws mapping across the country, remaining compliant in compensation practices is becoming even more challenging.

Without defaulting to electronic disclosures, the cost burden falls on organizations and employees, says ERISA Industry Committee.

Retirement and welfare plans are not subject to DOL regulation, reversing three appellate decisions on the matter.

The most significant change is the inclusion of a new provision to encourage Americans to maintain continuous healthcare coverage that would replace the ACA’s individual mandate.

Potential exposure to litigation can be reduced by identifying key business practices that need modification.

Without defaulting to electronic disclosures, the cost burden falls on organizations and employees, says ERISA Industry Committee.

Retirees who retire before 65 and want to reduce their premiums are advised to keep their taxable income between $12,060 and $48,240 (for singles) or $16,240 and $64,960 (married couples).

Severance agreements are ripe with potential tax planning challenges and opportunities. Before drafting that next agreement, beware the following three traps.

The Better Care Reconciliation Act pushes off the Cadillac tax, eliminates the employer mandate and boosts health savings accounts.