Employer Strategies

Becky Cantieri sounds off on why the surveying company relies on polls to gauge worker satisfaction and how it plans to “push the envelope” when it comes to benefits.

Employers are increasingly looking to protect themselves from litigation as an increase of suits shake 401(k)s.

The solo 401(k), the SEP IRA and a SIMPLE IRA are retirement savings vehicles that are meant for contractors, freelancers and other self-employed individuals

Firms should embrace technology, target communication efforts and help younger employees pick the right health plan.

Scheduling on-site training, attending webinars and preparing yearly checklists are among the best ways employers can fulfill their responsibilities, says benefits lawyer Carol Buckmann.

Financial advisers, truck drivers and medical service managers are among the professions employers say they are having trouble hiring for.

An employer that fails to follow notice requirements can be fined between $2,000 and $5,000 for a first violation and between $5,000 and $10,000 for each subsequent violation.

Regulations would make it much easier for association health plans, used by small businesses, to qualify as a single ERISA plan.

Becky Cantieri sounds off on why the surveying company relies on polls to gauge worker satisfaction and how it plans to “push the envelope” when it comes to benefits.

The retailer will partner with Guild Education to provide employees opportunities to pursue training in skills such as carpentry, plumbing or appliance repair.