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Catastrophic claims increased by 68% over four years, but employers can help contain the costs, according to a new report.

The department withdrew two guidance letters which seek to limit instances of misclassification of employees and expand cases in which a business might be considered a joint employer of a worker.

People underestimate the involvement of human professionals in digital investment services, says Betterment’s Seth Rosenbloom.

Joining the list of companies beefing up parental perks, the social media site says it will cover thousands of dollars for employees to start a family.

Retirement and welfare plans are not subject to DOL regulation, reversing three appellate decisions on the matter.

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.

Companies can play a greater role in reversing employees’ pain cycles by investing more in mental health and utilizing nurses.

In the face of growing concerns over medical costs, companies should plan a comprehensive health and wealth strategy for employees in retirement or risk losing talent.

Employers can help workers by offering classes and workshops, providing free credit monitoring and adding a 529 plan benefit.

An alternative is a hybrid long-term-care policy with features of traditional LTC insurance and cash-value life coverage that grows over time.