Benefit management

At least 81% of employers say an adviser plays a crucial role when developing their benefit plans, health reform compliance and more, according to MetLife.

As more workers clamor for career development as a benefit, it’s important for managers to talk about performance.

An increase in DOL audits warrants a much closer inspection by employers and their advisers to ensure compliance and proper administration.

American workers are reporting weaker connections with employers amid fear of job security and concerns over fair pay.

While there are political obstacles to federal action, a number of local initiatives have been undertaken that benefit professionals need to understand.

EBN Benefits Technology Innovator Tom Avery couldn’t find a technology product to meet his clients’ enrollment, compliance and administration needs — so he created one.

An appeal currently pending in the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals once again reminds employers the importance of maintaining accurate time records and policies.

One problem is that a number of companies make false promises to employees by committing to intensive communication campaigns without proper follow-through.

The Golden State continues its lead in restricting use of such records with the FEHC recently finalizing new regulations that further limit an employer’s ability to use criminal history when making employment decisions.