Compliance

Brokers can maximize the value of their clients’ 401(k) participation and group health offerings by ensuring employers meet timely regulatory obligations.

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.

Given the range of personnel who will be expected to understand the law, advance planning by employers will be critical.

Given the range of personnel who will be expected to understand the law, advance planning by employers will be critical.

The DOL recently released a FAQ to help plan sponsors understand their role before the fiduciary rule goes into effect.

Employers can minimize the risk of bringing in an employee who has misappropriated trade secrets by asking proactive questions, says lawyer John Birmingham Jr.

There are a number of steps employers can take to create a harassment- and discrimination-free workplace, say attorney Leonard V. Feigel.

There are a number of steps employers can take to create a harassment- and discrimination-free workplace, say attorney Leonard V. Feigel.

The practice of paying nonexempt employees a “day" or "shift" rate is gaining in popularity, but companies must be cautious when implementing this strategy, says attorney Krista Cabrera.

Minimize the risk of bringing in a producer who has misappropriated trade secrets by asking proactive questions, says lawyer John Birmingham Jr.