Benefit management

Google Inc. was accused in a class-action lawsuit of systematically paying male employees more than their female counterparts, adding the internet giant to a growing list of technology companies sued for gender discrimination.

FirstPerson’s Katy Stowers worked as an ERISA lawyer but now delivers benefit oversight and deliverables at the Indianapolis benefits consultancy.

Under current interpretations of agency's final rule, blanket post-accident drug testing policies could be considered retaliatory and in violation of the rule.

Women in the workplace are less satisfied at work which could lead to lost talent and lower performing workers unless employers step up efforts.

As evidenced by this year’s Benny Award winners, benefits professionals are working harder than ever to increase worker engagement and focus on work-life balance.

A passive method to employee engagement during the benefit election period leads to poor plan choices, which in turn leads to higher healthcare costs.

A roundup of storm coverage — including the challenges companies are facing, understanding time off obligations and how benefits can help — on Employee Benefit News.

Women in the workplace are less satisfied at work which could lead to lost talent and lower performing workers unless employers step up efforts.

PTO, telecommuting, EAPs, financial counseling and legal insurance can help get workers back on their feet.

For adviser Cerrina Jensen of CoreMark Insurance Services, helping entrepreneurs succeed and offer great benefits is personal.