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A substantial watering-down of the protections in the rule is possible, says Carol Buckmann, so the ultimate status of the new regulation is still in question.

Bellwether states California and New York are considering measures that would have serious national implications for the employer-sponsored insurance system.

Given the range of personnel who will be expected to understand the law, advance planning by employers will be critical.

Keep in mind that there is no fee structure free of conflict, cheaper doesn’t mean better and recommendations don’t come in a vacuum, says investment strategist Jess DeGabriele.

Lawsuits against Cigna self-insured plans for alleged fraudulent behavior is a warning for employers that there will be more, says attorney Brenna A. Davenport.

It’s not just fees that are eroding retirement nest eggs. It has more to do with bad employee behaviors.

Getting past back office obstacles such as employee reluctance to change is the best way to ensure technology implementation will go well for clients.

By encouraging companies to involve partners in wellness offerings, brokers can help businesses create a support system at home that has the potential to drive better health and performance at work.

If the GOP moves forward with it, companies will lose a major incentive to provide benefits and the true problem — reducing costs — will not be addressed, says adviser Craig Hasday.

By involving partners in wellness offerings, companies can create a support system at home that has the potential to drive better health and performance at work.