Industry News from Employee Benefit News

A look at the current challenges facing employees and employers, and how to deliver value to clients.

Industries that rely on independent contractors should review potential impacts of the new rule and make sure their independent contractor documentation is squared away.

An expert from Apex HCM by IRIS details steps to mitigate risk and help employees get the most out of earned wage access.

From benefits education gaps to tech skill shortages, Gen Z is forcing employers to rethink how they hire, train and support the next generation of workers.

The majority of employees say misconduct is overlooked when it involves a top performer or leader, inspiring silence versus speaking up.

A Utah business leader turned personal burnout lessons into policy, requiring executives to take Fridays off to achieve stronger focus and reduced fatigue. 

A growing share of employers are rethinking coverage of the weight-loss drugs as costs rise and early expectations of lower obesity rates and surgical needs have yet to surface in claims data.

While employers often think they have strong safety measures in place, those protections don't always extend to employees working in the field.

Remote streamlined performance reviews by using continuous feedback and AI drafts, reshaping how managers evaluate talent systems.

New data shows workers increasingly relying on emergency savings accounts to cover transportation and fuel expenses as commuting costs stay elevated.

AI can do more than generate hyper-realistic images and automate mundane tasks. It can also accelerate capability-building.

An HR legal expert discusses the potential benefits and pitfalls of the U.S. government's approach to expanded coverage.

Advisers should ensure clients have a realistic payment-integrity solution on the front end and robust claims recovery program on the tail end for capturing overpayments.

A new GoTo study finds workers increasingly depend on AI tools, raising concerns about misuse, poor judgment and declining skills. 

Unexpected retirement plan fees are forcing some small and midsized employers to reduce matching, cut benefits, or abandon 401(k) offerings, survey says.

New higher premiums are driving many to opt for a lower-cost Bronze plan, but that may lead to higher-deductible hardships in the long run.

The series of application questions have potential to discourage or exclude qualified candidates.

The practical value of a guarantee depends heavily on the contract terms that sit behind the headline.

Technology can help brokers offer employer clients and their workforce a better benefits renewal and navigation experience.

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