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Spousal exclusions are usually implemented as a cost-saving tactic but they can be a difficult sell to employees whose spouses may be affected.

Starting a wellness program may feel like rocket science, but it can actually be quite easy.

EBP audits are designed to catch problems that administrators might not be aware of, yet audits themselves can lead to penalties, disqualifications or impacts on participants’ tax returns if they don’t adequately identify issues that should be addressed.

As the American with Disabilities Act celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, here are five ways employers can help ensure they’re complying with the legislation.

Commentary: Companies that step up sooner, rather than later, on paid parental leave will be better positioned to win the war for talent.

Commentary: Communicating your benefits programs during OE is one of the most important things you’ll do all year, and it can be challenging even in the best of times. So how do you gracefully communicate bad news?

The DOL’s proposed rules on overtime do not mean workers will automatically earn more money or even work less.

Commentary: Many safe harbor IRAs don’t live up to their name and could leave sponsors with unexpected fiduciary liability.

Commentary: Many of the world’s leading employers offer expert second opinions as a valued employee benefit that can save money by averting unnecessary testing and treatment, decrease absenteeism, and promote employee retention.

Increasingly, employers are expanding wellness programs to include financial guidance. But do these programs go far enough?