Sheryl Smolkin

Employers need to understand when the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act applies and ensure that app developers they do business with are compliant, says lawyer Stefano Quintini.

A sabbatical policy should be clear and straightforward and address such issues as continuation of benefits, length of time off and compensation.

Exclusions or limitations for all healthcare services related to gender transition are specifically characterized as discrimination under the new HHS rules.

DOL outlines companies’ obligation under the statute, but still leaves many issues unresolved, says attorney Jeff Nowak.

Employees are prepared to make major tradeoffs when negotiating their compensation to get additional paid time-off, finds a recent survey.

No longer a benefit available only to academics, paid programs are making inroads at organizations in many industries, including companies such as convenience store and gas retailer QuikTrip.

Employees at the health insurer who take advantage of the company’s education benefits tend to stay and grow with the company, finds a new study.

Companies are counseled to conduct wage and hour audits in preparation for upcoming Department of Labor rules.

Plan sponsors look to implement health and pharmacy benefit programs that address painkiller addiction and abuse.

The company’s settlement with drivers in California and Massachusetts serves as a wake-up call to employers that they need to pay attention to how they classify workers.