Less than half of small businesses offer benefits
Ninety-eight percent of American businesses have fewer than 100 employees and, according to new numbers from LIMRA, the number of small employers offering benefits is at its lowest level in 20 years.
Tristan Lejeune
Associate Editor of Employee Benefit News
Extended absences put small, mid-size companies at risk
Experts at Guardian Life Insurance Company emphasize the importance of smaller employers maintaining robust absence management programs.
More than 25% dip into their DC plans for non-retirement spending
According to HelloWallet, more than $70 billion a year is withdrawn from 401(k)-style retirement plans, most of it used to cover basic financial needs and money management.
Survey: Large gaps seen in health perceptions vs. reality
Workers underestimate what employers spend on their health care, but overestimate their own health status.
Study: Overwhelming majority want customizable benefits
The Hartford Group says its most recent survey indicates that more than 80% of workers would sign up for personalized voluntary disability coverage, given the option. The Hartford says it has a new offering to meet just that need.
EBRI: Should U.S. tax health benefits, workers will look elsewhere
Most employees believe that their employer offers them the best health plan they could, and that they might be at a loss to ensure the same on their own, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute.
EBRI: Average U.S. job tenure rises
The median length of time Americans have spent at their current job went up last year, research from the Employee Benefit Research Institute shows, although the average is still well below anything that could be considered career-length.
3 tips for getting heart attack victims back to work safely from Dr. Barry Franklin
Cardiac health expert Dr. Barry Franklin says worksite is ideal for helping people make healthier lifestyle choices
Equity Healthcares Robert Gavin suggests employer-sponsored health care is here to stay at NBCH annual conference
At the National Business Coalition on Healths annual converence, CEO of Equity Healthcare says PPACA wont kill employer-sponsored health insurance.
Fidelity research shows defined contribution balances keep growing yet retirement confidence is at an all-time low
Research from Fidelity shows defined contribution balances are growing yet EBRI data reveal retirement confidence is at an all-time low.
Want to ban smoking? Watch out for state laws
Most of the 50 states have some statute protecting smokers rights or lifestyle choices, and one employment attorney advises that companies be very familiar with the ones applying to them before crafting smoke-free policies.
Dentists, orthodontists brace for PPACA cost-shifting
Pediatric dental and orthodontic coverage could see significant changes under health care reform, particularly in terms of reimbursement. Evelyn Ireland, the executive director of the National Association of Dental Plans, talks about regulations that might or might not have people smiling.
IFEBP: Vast majority plan to keep offering insurance in 2014
Before the election last month, 59% of employers surveyed were in wait and see mode regarding post-2014 health care plans. Now, 84% are very likely to or definitely will offer health insurance after state exchanges open.
Bonuses and raises top employees wish lists for holidays, 2013
A new survey suggests funds spent on holiday office parties could be put to more popular uses even gym memberships rated higher.
ASPPA seeks to protect 401(k)s from legislation
The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries has launched a grassroots campaign aimed at keeping retirement tax incentives away from the chopping block of tax reform.
Expert: Exercise-based rehab crucial to getting heart attack victims back to work
Dr. Barry Franklin, William Beaumont Hospitals director of cardiac rehabilitation and exercise laboratories, sits down with EBN to discuss what offices can do to make workers rehab and return-to-work from heart attacks more effective and efficient.
Research shows work-life balance emerging as important retention factor
A Mercer survey suggests that, as employee engagement stalls, work-life balance could be the difference between keeping or losing top talent.
Experts say multiple methods and attempts help smokers quit for good
A smokers need for a support network is one reason smoking-cessation programs in the workplace have a good chance at success.
Expert outlines 5 keys to succeeding in new leadership model
Dr. Nazneen Razi, the chief HR officer for the parent company of Blue Cross/Blue Shield, says there are common traits among those succeeding in the new global environment.
Dont write off employer-sponsored health care yet
Equity Healthcare CEO Robert Galvin last week told the National Business Coalition on Health that Congress, even PPACA supporters, want employer-sponsored insurance in the game for the long haul.