Benefits Think

‘Obsolete and overly restrictive limitations’ are holding back pension plan design, says Principal’s Mike Clark.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently issued proposed guidance crystallizing the agency’s expectation that employers be proactive in eliminating workplace harassment.

Regulations regarding ERISA disability claims should lead to a better administrative record for review during future lawsuits.

Let’s enact a uniform fiduciary standard so all clients are protected and any appearance of compensation bias is removed, urges John Ludwig.

Executives are gaining a deeper understanding of how conditions are affecting a company’s bottom line, and how to respond.

Encourage this attribute to cultivate dedicated teams and strong leaders, says ADP’s Aldor Delp.

Don’t be afraid to mix and match platforms in order to reach a wider swath of the workforce, says financial adviser Mark Singer.

A presidential memorandum requires a second look with an updated economic and legal analysis to determine if it may adversely affect the acquisition of retirement information and financial advice.

One of the biggest mistakes that can be made is starting off by simply accepting the service provider’s form service agreements, says benefits lawyer Carol Buckmann.

Updated technology, including “chatbots,” will help streamline benefits processes for advisers, employers and employees, say Deloitte consultants.